Advisory Issued For Unsafe Levels Of Bacteria At Redondo Beach

REDONDO BEACH, CA — Beachgoers in Redondo Beach were warned about elevated levels of bacteria in two areas on Friday, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

The department collects samples weekly from various sites year-round to test and monitor bacteria levels. On Friday, the division found the ocean water at the Redondo Beach Pier and the Avenue I storm drain exceeded state standards for bacterial levels.

The public should avoid getting in the water within 100 yards up and down the coast from both the pier and the storm drain, officials said.

Beaches in the county in Venice, Santa Monica, Malibu, Marina del Rey and San Pedro also didn’t meet state standards.

The Department of Public Health discourages swimming in the water at the beach because it may cause illness.

"Elevated bacteria levels in ocean water may cause illness, especially in children and the elderly," according to the LA County Department of Public Health.

The public may see warning signs displayed at the beach. To view a list of the locations visit the Public Health Department’s website. The list will be updated when conditions change and the water is found to be safe to swim, surf and play in again.