Swimming Advisory Issued For Redondo Beach Waters

Bacteria levels may be higher after Sunday's rain, officials warn

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:20pm

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A ghostly X-ray image of a seashell partially buried in wet sand, revealing its delicate internal structure in glowing lines against a dark background, conceptually representing the unseen pollutants that can contaminate beach waters.An X-ray view exposes the hidden contaminants that can lurk in coastal waters after heavy rainfall.Redondo Beach Today

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory for Redondo Beach, urging beachgoers to avoid all water contact due to potentially higher bacteria levels following Sunday's rainfall. The advisory is in effect until at least 8 a.m. Tuesday, with the possibility of an extension depending on further rain.

Why it matters

Heavy rain can wash bacteria, chemicals, debris, and other contaminants from city streets and mountain areas into the ocean, creating public health hazards for those who enter the water. Redondo Beach is a popular beach destination, so this advisory is important to protect the safety of residents and visitors.

The details

The advisory specifically warns people to avoid water from discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers, as these are common sources of contamination after rainfall. Entering the water in these affected areas could lead to illness, according to the Health Department.

  • The advisory was issued on April 13, 2026.
  • The advisory is in effect until at least 8 a.m. on April 15, 2026.
  • The advisory could be extended depending on further rainfall.

The players

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

The government agency responsible for issuing the Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory for Redondo Beach.

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What’s next

The advisory will remain in effect until at least Tuesday morning, with the possibility of an extension if more rain occurs.

The takeaway

This advisory highlights the importance of heeding public health warnings about water quality, especially after heavy rainfall, to avoid potential illness from contaminated ocean and beach waters.