Los Angeles County health officials were cautioning people planning to visit county beaches not to swim, surf or play in the ocean around storm drains, creeks and rivers following Saturday’s rainstorm.
“Bacteria, debris, trash and other public health hazards from city streets and mountain areas are likely to enter ocean waters through these outlets,” Interim County Health Officer Dr. Jeffrey Gunzenhauser said. “There is the possibility that bacterium or chemicals from debris and trash could contaminate the water near and around discharge sites, and individuals who enter the water in these areas could become ill.”
The advisory will remain in effect through 6 p.m. Tuesday and might be extended if there is further rainfall, Gunzenhauser said.
