FYI County issues beach advisory for bacteria in Monterey

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County issues beach advisory for bacteria
The Monterey County Herald
Posted: 08/10/2010 12:29:15 PM PDT
Updated: 08/10/2010 12:29:15 PM PDT

County health officials today are warning visitors to San Carlos Beach in   and Lovers Point Beach in Pacific Grove to avoid going in the water after tests found higher than normal levels of bacteria.

The tests were done Monday, and warning signs have been posted at the beaches, officials said. The advisory is expected to be lifted when water samples indicate bacteria levels are acceptable.

Health officials say people and animals, including seals, otters and birds, can contribute to higher bacteria levels, in addition to storm drain runoff. "