Summer safety push increases beach presence in Dana Point area
Officials in Dana Point Laguna Beach and San Clemente warn that warm seas and tourist crowds raise lifeguard and police activity. The biggest beach issues include alcohol on shore, lost children, rip currents, big surf, traffic and theft as agencies coordinate to keep visitors safe.
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Beach Safety Tips From California Lifeguards
The guide warns against drinking on beaches and swimming under the influence, notes Doheny State Beach allows campers to bring alcohol in designated areas, and reminds visitors to avoid glass bottles. It urges lifeguard supervision, early arrival, securing valuables, sunscreen, obeying tickets, checking conditions, dog rules, and proper trash disposal.
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City to seek renewal of clean ocean fee by mail ballot
San Clemente plans a mail-in vote to renew the monthly clean ocean fee paid by property owners to fund street sweeping runoff treatment systems and outreach. The fee, first set in 2002 and renewed in 2007, may be extended for five more years or longer, with notices sent and a public hearing held before ballots are mailed for a simple majority decision.
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