Ocean Water Quality Advisory Issued For Malibu

MALIBU, CA — Recent rainfall has led county health officials to warn beachgoers to stay out of the ocean until at least Thursday at noon.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health extended a Beach Water Use Advisory for all county beaches on Monday, warning that "bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash, and other public health hazards from city streets and mountain areas" are likely to contaminate ocean waters.

People who enter the water around storm drains, creeks, and rivers after the rain could become ill.

The advisory will remain in effect until at least Thursday at noon and may be extended if more rain falls. More rain is forecast for Thursday.

More information about ocean water safety is available at the county health website.