Beachgoers in Los Angeles County are being advised to avoid entering the ocean at nine beaches due to elevated bacteria levels. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued ocean water warnings for these locations after recent water samples exceeded state health standards.
Affected Beaches
A previous warning for Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey was lifted after recent samples showed water quality levels within state standards. Recorded information on beach conditions is available 24 hours a day on the county’s beach hotline at 800-525-5662. A map of affected beaches and additional information are available at PublicHealth.LACounty.gov/Beach.
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