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OC Beaches Under Bacteria Advisory Due To Recent Rains

Orange County residents were warned to keep out of the water this week, as heavy rains bring higher levels of bacteria into the ocean.

After more rains in Orange County, authorities warned beachgoers to avoid Orange County waters due to increased bacteria, chemicals, trash and debris.
After more rains in Orange County, authorities warned beachgoers to avoid Orange County waters due to increased bacteria, chemicals, trash and debris. (Nicole Charky/Patch)

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — After more rains in Orange County, authorities warned beachgoers to avoid Orange County waters due to increased bacteria, chemicals, trash and debris.

The water advisory will remain in place at all Orange County beaches through at least Thursday, March 16, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.

The advisory may be extended, especially as weather officials predict more rain for Seal Beach Tuesday and Wednesday. Residents can expect a 70 percent chance of rain Tuesday with light winds and temperatures in the low-to-mid '60s.

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On Wednesday, residents can expect slightly stronger winds and a 50 percent chance of rain.

City streets and mountain areas are likely to contaminate oceans and storm drains, creeks and rivers after rainfall, according to the department.

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“Individuals who enter the water in these areas could become ill,” the agency said.

For the most current information on ocean water quality in Seal Beach, visit the Orange County Health Care Agency's website.

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