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Coronado's Avenida Lunar Reopens; Nearby Beaches Still Closed

4/1/2026

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Avenida Lunar in Coronado reopened after meeting water quality standards following sewage contamination from the Tijuana River.
Nearby beaches, including parts of the Tijuana Slough Shoreline and Imperial Beach, remain closed due to high bacteria.
Officials warn the water may cause illness, per the San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality.
Rain is forecasted and could worsen water quality, delaying safety confirmations before reopening other beaches.

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Avenida Lunar in Coronado reopened after meeting water quality standards following sewage contamination from the Tijuana River.
Nearby beaches, including parts of the Tijuana Slough Shoreline and Imperial Beach, remain closed due to high bacteria.
Officials warn the water may cause illness, per the San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality.
Rain is forecasted and could worsen water quality, delaying safety confirmations before reopening other beaches.