NewsMyNewsLAOctober 31, 2026Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County issues water quality advisory for all beaches following rainfall
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Los Angeles County health officials issued a water quality advisory advising residents to avoid ocean and bay water contact at all county beaches through 7 a.m. Tuesday due to potentially elevated bacteria levels from recent rainfall. The advisory specifically targets areas near storm drains, creeks, and rivers, as well as standing runoff on beach sand.
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Swimmers and beachgoers face an increased risk of illness from bacteria and pollutants carried into recreational waters by from streets and mountains.
Key Facts
- Los Angeles County health officials issued a standard warning advising people to avoid ocean and bay water contact at all county beaches.
- The advisory is in effect through 7 a.m. Tuesday due to potentially elevated bacteria levels following rainfall.
- The warning applies especially to areas near discharging storm drains, creeks, rivers, and runoff pooling on beach sand.
- Runoff from streets and mountain areas can carry bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash, and other public health hazards into recreational waters.
- People entering the water in affected areas could become ill.
- Rain advisories remain in effect for 72 hours after rainfall ends and may be extended if additional rain occurs.
- Recorded beach condition information is available through the county's beach closure hotline at 1-800-525-5662.
- More information and a map of impacted locations are available at PublicHealth.LACounty.gov/Beach/.