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Monterey County closes Carmel-by-the-Sea beach after force‑main sewage spill; testing ongoing

Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council · October 24, 2025
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Summary

Monterey County Health Department closed a stretch of beach in the National Marine Sanctuary after testing found contamination from a force‑main sewage spill. City officials said they were not notified by the county or the sewer operator; further testing was under way and signs will stay until results clear the area.

Council member (unnamed) told colleagues the city had been told of a beach closure only after a resident alerted staff and shared a photograph of a Monterey County Health Department sign closing the beach in the National Marine Sanctuary. ‘‘Did we get any informed by the county or the sewage spiller?’’ the council member asked. Staff member (planning department) replied, "No, sir. We…

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