Los Angeles County Issues Bacteria Warnings at Six Beaches

The Los Angeles County Health Department has issued warnings for swimmers to avoid ocean waters at several beaches due to elevated bacteria levels amid rising temperatures. The affected areas include Avalon Beach at Catalina Island, Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove, The Bel Air Bay Club at Will Rogers State Beach, Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. These warnings come as weekly water quality tests reveal bacteria levels exceeding state health standards, posing risks to public health. Meanwhile, earlier warnings have been lifted for some other beach areas where recent tests show water quality within acceptable limits. Residents can access updated beach conditions 24/7 via the county's beach closure hotline or online resources. Similar advisories have been issued in the Central Okanagan region of Canada, where high E.coli counts have led to swimming restrictions at Kaloya Regional Park, emphasizing that water quality can fluctuate due to environmental factors and human activity.