Runoff Makes for Icky Surfing, Health Department Warns

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a rain advisory for area beaches, noting that runoff from the storm will carry bacteria and debris into the ocean water.

People should avoid swimming near storm drains, creeks and river that carry runoff into the river, officials say. The advisory will remain in effect until at least Friday. However, more rain is expected Saturday, which will likely extend the advisory.

City News Service