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Storm Surge Contaminates San Luis Obispo Creek, Beach Closed

2/14/2025

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A storm surge on Thursday caused a significant spill of around 4,000 gallons of partially treated wastewater and rainwater into San Luis Obispo Creek. As a precaution, Avila Beach has issued beach closure advisories, urging visitors to steer clear of ocean contact until water safety tests are conducted on Friday.

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A storm surge on Thursday caused a significant spill of around 4,000 gallons of partially treated wastewater and rainwater into San Luis Obispo Creek. As a precaution, Avila Beach has issued beach closure advisories, urging visitors to steer clear of ocean contact until water safety tests are conducted on Friday.