SoCal Beachgoers Beating the Heat Are Warned: The Water May Not Be Fine

Health officials alert swimmers and surfers to high bacteria levels at several popular spots.
SoCal Beachgoers Beating the Heat Are Warned: The Water May Not Be Fine
Beachgoers in Santa Monica, Calif., on June 16, 2021. Ringo H.W. Chiu/AP
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Southern Californians headed to cool off at their favorite beach for the Fourth of July holiday as sizzling high temperatures arrive may have to avoid many popular spots for health reasons.

The public is advised to check local health maps before heading out to the beach for the holiday and the weekend after several tested positive for high bacteria levels, which may cause illness, according to Southern California county health departments.

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