Massive Sewage Spill Closes Some California Beaches

Cabrillo Beach is seen empty after the city of Long Beach closed the beaches due to a sewage spill, in Long Beach, Calif., on Dec. 31, 2021. David Swanson/Reuters

A spill of millions of gallons of untreated sewage in California has led to the closure of some beaches, including many in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

All beaches in the city of Long Beach were shut down Friday on the orders of its health officer, Dr. Anissa Davis.