NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KNX) — Waters off the coast of Newport Beach were closed to swimmers on Tuesday from the west end of Newport Bay to 8th Street, following reports of a sewage spill.
The Orange County Health Care Agency’s Environmental Health Division Monday morning, disclosing that between 35,000 and 50,000 gallons of sewage leaked into local waters due to a blocked sewer line at an area restaurant.
The impacted area will remain closed to swimming, surfing, and diving until county public health officials have confirmed water quality meets acceptable standards.
For more information on local water closures, residents may call (714) 433-6400 or visit OCBeachInfo.com.
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