A large swath of Laguna Beach coastline will remain closed to swimmers and surfers Thursday due to a sewage spill.
According to the OC Health Care Agency's Environmental Health Division, the beach stretching from Laguna Avenue to Blue Lagoon was closed in response to a 94,500-gallon sewage spill.
Health officials said the spill was caused by a break in a "force main sewer line" in Laguna Beach.
"The affected bay water area will remain closed to ocean water-contact sports until the results of follow-up water quality monitoring meet acceptable standards," according to OCHCA.
Officials are testing the water daily, but beaches will remain closed until two days after the test shows that the water is 100% clean.
Residents can get up-to-date information on beach closures at 714-433- 6400 or at www.ocbeachinfo.com.
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