The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is warning residents to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters at 18 area beaches due to high bacteria warnings on Thursday ...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is saying swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at 18 area beaches should be avoided because of high bacteria warnings.

The presence of storm drains and runoff may raise bacteria levels in the water. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health also warns beachgoers to avoid swimming near fire debris or ...