Beaches west of Belmont Shore in Long Beach are closed to the public following a 15,000-gallon sewage spill in San Gabriel.
Although the sewage spill is more than 25 miles away, it will make its way to Long Beach’s shores through the end of the Los Angeles River, the City announced Wednesday evening. California law requires temporary closure at beaches until the water quality meets State standards.
Long Beach City Council appointed its city attorney in May 2023 to explore ways for Long Beach to receive compensation for the costs incurred related to sewage spills. The previous sewage spillage occurred in April 2023 when 250,000 gallons of sewage came down the Los Angeles River.
The spillage on Wednesday occurred due to a grease blockage in San Gabriel’s sewer main line, according to a statement from the City. Long Beach had issued a rain advisory earlier Wednesday before the spillage occurred, however the spillage requires a mandatory closure.
The ocean water along Fifth Place, 10th Place, Molino Avenue, Coronado Avenue and the west side of Belmont Pier are all closed to the public until further notice and signage will be posted warning visitors.
Long Beach’s Health Department’s Recreational Water Quality health inspection team will continue to monitor the beach water’s quality until it meets state standards. Residents can call the water hotline at (562) 570-4199 or visit longbeach.gov/beachwaterquality for the latest status on Long Beach recreational beach water quality.
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