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San Diego County health officials have closed the Imperial Beach Shoreline this weekend due to sewage contamination. “The Tijuana River is flowing and reaching recreational waters. Beachgoers are advised that the ocean water contains sewage and may cause illness,” according to a statement released Friday by the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality. “Ocean waters will remain closed until sampling and field observations confirm these areas are safe for water contact.” An advisory was also issued for the Silver Strand Shoreline in Coronado. Beachgoers were advised that bacteria levels have exceeded state health standards and may cause illness, according to the DEHQ. The ongoing closure of the Tijuana Slough remains in effect along the shoreline from the International Border to three-quarters of a mile north of the Tijuana River mouth. It will remain closed until sampling confirms these areas are safe for water contact. An advisory also continues for La Jolla Children’s Pool and La Jolla Cove due to bacteria levels that have exceeded state health standards and may cause illness, according to health officials. Updates on beach advisory and closure information are available at sdbeachinfo.com or on the 24-hour hotline at 619-338-2073. –City News Service
