The move was in response to an estimated 14,400 gallons of untreated sewage water discharged into Ballona Creek
A section of coastline spanning approximately 2 miles in the Marina del Rey and Playa del Rey areas underwent a closure as public health authorities examined bacteria levels in the water, NBC4 reported.
The move was in response to an estimated 14,400 gallons of untreated sewage water discharged into Ballona Creek last week, as announced by the LA County Department of Public Health on Friday.
The closure impacted Dockweiler State Beach from Ballona Creek to 1 mile south and Venice Beach from Ballona Creek to 1 mile north.
According to the agency, the Department of Public Health commenced water sampling on Friday, with closures set to remain in place until two consecutive sampling results indicate that bacteria levels align with health standards, the local outlet reported
