Los Angeles County public health officials have issued a number of ocean water warnings for public beaches due to high bacteria levels.
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, beachgoers are advised not to swim, surf or play in the water due to levels that exceeded health standards in their most recent test.
The affected beaches are:
- Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach – 100 yards along the shore from the public restrooms,
- Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove – 100 yards along the coast from the creek,
- Malibu Pier in Malibu – 100 yards along the shore from the pier,
- Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach – 350 feet along the shore from the public access stairs,
- Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro – the entire swimming area,
- Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey – the entire swimming area,
- Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica – 100 yards along the shore from the pier,
- Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach – 350 feet along the coast from the storm drain.
In addition, previous ocean water bacteria level warnings have been lifted at several beaches, including Santa Monica Canyon Creek at Will Rogers State Beach, Dockweiler State Beach, Topanga Canyon Beach and the Windward Storm Drain at Venice Beach.
Anyone wanting more information about the closures was urged to contact the LA County Beach Closures Hotline at 1-800-525-5662 or visit the Department of Public Health website.
