Health officials warned the public Saturday of potentially unsafe water at several San Diego County beaches.
A water contact closure has been lifted for Mission Bay and Tecolote Shores, including Enchanted Cove in Fiesta Island as of 5 p.m. Saturday. Recent water quality samples met State health standards, according to the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality.
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An ongoing water contact closure at Tijuana Slough Shoreline from the International Border to the south end of Seacoast Drive will remain in place until specimen sampling confirms the area is safe for contact, officials said.
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"The Tijuana River is flowing, with sewage contamination reaching recreational waters," the DEHQ said. "The public is advised to avoid water contact as the water is impacted by sewage and may cause illness."
Additionally, the following areas were under an advisory for bacteria levels that have exceeded state health standards and may cause illness:
- Bayside Park at J St.
- Tidelands Park
- San Diego River Outlet
- North Cove Vacation Isle
- La Jolla Cove
- Avenida De La Playa
- Children's Pool
The Imperial Beach Pier, Silver Strand Guard Shack and Avenida Lunar in Coronado remain under a warning. South swell conditions are present and pushing ocean waters from the south to the north (transboundary flows), officials said.
Residents can get updates on beach advisories and closure information at www.sdbeachinfo.com, or by calling the 24-hour hotline at 619-338-2073.
