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LA County Issues Ocean Water Quality Advisory After Rain

4/13/2026

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Los Angeles County health officials issued an Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory for beaches after rainfall due to elevated bacteria.
The Department of Public Health says runoff carries pollutants, including trash and human pathogens, into the ocean.
Health officials discourage swimming, especially for children and the elderly, because bacteria may remain high for three days.
The advisory covers beaches from Malibu to Long Beach, lasting at least until Tuesday morning.

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Los Angeles County health officials issued an Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory for beaches after rainfall due to elevated bacteria.
The Department of Public Health says runoff carries pollutants, including trash and human pathogens, into the ocean.
Health officials discourage swimming, especially for children and the elderly, because bacteria may remain high for three days.
The advisory covers beaches from Malibu to Long Beach, lasting at least until Tuesday morning.