Health Officials Warn Against Swimming at 5 L.A. Beaches

Health officials ask people to avoid 5 beaches in L.A. County due to elevated bacteria levels.

As the weather continues to get warmer, many Angelenos will want to cool off at a nearby beach. However, Health Officials are warning beachgoers to avoid 5 in Los Angeles County. This is due to elevated bacteria levels that could increase the risk of illness.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued ocean water warnings on Tuesday for the locations listed below.

Locations

Santa Monica Pier: Elevated bacteria levels have been recorded 100 yards up and down the coast from the pier.

Venice Beach: Water testing near the Venice Pier shows bacterial contamination exceeding state health standards.

Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey: The entire swim area frequently triggers bacteria warnings due to its poor water circulation.

Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro: The entire swim area is under advisory due to persistent elevated bacteria levels.

Topanga County Beach: Castlerock storm drain and areas 100 yards up and down the coast from the lagoon carry high pollution risks

So far, the warning was lifted for the Wilshire Boulevard storm drain at Santa Monica Beach after recent testing found water quality had returned to state standards. Officials recommend checking current advisories via the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s hotline or website before swimming

If you are planning to have a beach day or weekend adventure, look out for which beaches have elevated bacteria levels, and stay safe in the heat.