L.A. County Public Health officials are warning residents to avoid all water contact near storm drains, creeks and rivers at all county beaches due to potentially elevated bacteria levels caused by recent rainfall.

This advisory will be in effect until at least Sunday, Sept. 21, at 11 a.m. and could be extended depending on further rainfall.

“Ocean and bay recreational waters, especially near discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers, can be contaminated with bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash, and other public health hazards from city streets and mountain areas after a rainfall. Individuals who enter the water in these areas could become ill. Rain advisories remain in effect for 72 hours after the rainfall ends," a news release said.

Rain and thunderstorm chances are expected to con

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