Non-Fire-Related Ocean Water Use Warnings Issued for L.A. County Beaches
Public Health Officials Warn of Bacterial Contamination
Public health officials have issued warnings for several Los Angeles County beaches due to bacterial contamination in the ocean water. The warnings are not related to the recent fire and are in place to protect public health.
Beaches Affected by the Warning
The following beaches are under warning:
- Lagoon at Surfrider Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the public restrooms)
- Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica (100 yards up and down the coast from the pier)
- Pico-Kenter storm drain at Santa Monica Beach. Santa Monica South Tower 20 (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Ashland Ave. storm drain in Santa Monica. Santa Monica South Tower 28 (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Windward storm drain at Venice Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Dockweiler State Beach. Culver Blvd Storm Drain (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Dockweiler State Beach. Westchester Storm Drain (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Escondido Creek at Escondido State Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the creek)
- Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Sweetwater Canyon Storm Drain at Carbon Canyon Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Rose Avenue Storm Drain at Venice Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey (The entire swim area)
- Wilshire Bl. storm drain at Santa Monica Beach. Santa Monica North Tower 12 (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Strand Street extension at Santa Monica Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Brooks Avenue storm drain at Venice Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
- Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro (The entire swim area)
- 28th Street extension in Manhattan Beach (100 yards up and down the coast from 28th Street extension)
- Herondo Street storm drain in Hermosa Beach. Near Hermosa Tower TK (100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain)
Reason for the Warning
The warnings were issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested, health officials said.
Update on Lifted Warnings
Warnings were lifted at Solstice Creek and Dan Blocker County Beach after samples there tested within state standards.
Conclusion
It is essential to prioritize public health and safety, and these warnings are in place to protect beachgoers from potential harm. Beachgoers are advised to follow the guidelines and avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in the ocean water until the warnings are lifted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What causes the bacterial contamination in the ocean water?
- The cause of the bacterial contamination is not specified in the provided information.
- How long will the warnings remain in place?
- The warnings will remain in place until further notice.
- Can I still visit the beaches?
- Yes, beachgoers can still visit the beaches, but they are advised to stay out of the ocean water and avoid areas with visible fire debris.
- Where can I find updated information on the advisory?
- You can find updated information on the advisory hotline at 800-525-5662 and on the Environmental Health website.
