LONG BEACH, CA — Long Beach residents were cautioned against swimming at two city beaches due to high levels of bacteria in the water, according to the Long Beach Health Department.

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The department collects samples weekly from various sites year-round to test and monitor bacteria levels. On Thursday, the division found the ocean water exceeded state standards for bacterial levels at these beaches:

Officials recommend avoiding contact with ocean water for three days after rainfall to avoid illness, especially near flowing storm drains, creeks and rivers.

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Recorded information on beach conditions is available 24 hours a day on the city Health Department’s website.

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