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Health officials warn swimmers away from 5 beaches in LA County
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· August 5, 2026
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With hot weather expected to continue through the week, Los Angeles County health officials on Wednesday were warning beachgoers to avoid entering the ocean at several beaches because of elevated bacteria levels that could increase the risk of illness. The Los Angeles County Department of Public...
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What is this story about? With hot weather expected to continue through the week, Los Angeles County health officials on Wednesday were warning beachgoers to avoid entering the ocean at several beaches because of elevated bacteria levels that could increase the risk of illness. The Los Angeles County Department of Public...
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