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San Diego Closes Beaches From Imperial Beach to Coronado After Storm Runoff Raises Bacteria

Officials cite storm runoff that raised bacteria levels in the surf.

Overview

  • The closures cover shorelines from Imperial Beach through the Silver Strand up to Coronado.
  • Yellow hazard signs are posted to warn swimmers and surfers to stay out of the water after heavy rain.
  • A General Rain Advisory remains in effect across the county through Monday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m.
  • County health officials urge the public to follow the advisories because contact with contaminated surf can cause illness.
  • Despite the warnings and cool temperatures, crowds visited Coronado and several surfers paddled out.