Santa Monica Pier Among 3 Local Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To High Bacteria

SANTA MONICA, CA — As extreme heat warnings are set to remain in effect this weekend, most of Los Angeles County beaches are safe for swimming — though authorities on Thursday warned against getting in the water at three beaches due to high bacteria levels, including part of Santa Monica Beach.

The LA County Department of Public Health collects samples weekly from various sites year-round to test and monitor bacteria levels and issues warnings when levels exceed health standards.

On Thursday, officials warned that swimming in the water at the following beaches may cause illness:

• Mother’s Beach in Marina Del Rey
• Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro
• Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica

Meantime, earlier warnings at two beaches were lifted after follow-up testing revealed sample results within state standards: East Wilshire Boulevard storm drain at Santa Monica Beach and Bel Air Bay Club Storm Drain at Will Rogers State Beach.

Information on beach conditions is available 24 hours a day on the county's beach closure hotline at 800- 525-5662. More information is available at the public health department's website.