Event Brief
California beaches closed for half the year after sewage overflow
Filed: May 06, 2026 at 11:06 AM ET
Summary: Raw sewage overflow from the Tijuana River has overwhelmed some California beaches, leading to long closures.
WHO: International Boundary and Water Commission
WHAT: More than 10 billion gallons of raw sewage flowed into the Tijuana River since 2018, affecting California beaches.
WHEN: May 06, 2026 at 10:54 AM ET
WHERE: California, USA
WHY: The beaches were overwhelmed by raw sewage.
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