Bacteria warnings were issued for some Los Angeles County beaches as extreme heat drives many Southern Californians to the coast in search of cooler temperatures.
Beach visitors were warned to avoid entering the water at several locations due to elevated bacteria levels that could increase the risk of illness.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued ocean water warnings for the following locations.
- Bel Air Bay Club storm drain at Will Rogers State Beach, 100 yards up and down the coast from the club border fence;
- Solstice Creek at Dan Blocker County Beach, entire swim area
- Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey, entire swim area
- Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro, entire swim area
- Castlerock storm drain at Topanga County Beach, 100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain
- Topanga Canyon Beach in Malibu, 100 yards up and down the coast from the lagoon
- Santa Monica Pier, 100 yards up and down the coast from the pier
Warnings were issued after recent water samples showed bacteria levels exceeding state health standards, which could increase the risk of illness for swimmers, surfers and others entering the water.
The warnings come as temperatures across Southern California are expected to climb through midweek. Some inland communities will see temperatures above 100 degrees. Highs will be in thye 80s and 90s for beach communities.