San Diego City Roundup: Weekend Health Advisories and Public Service Notices

Public Health Advisory: Beach Closures and Water Quality

The San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality has issued several critical water quality notices active for Saturday, January 31, 2026. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid all water contact in the following areas due to bacteria levels exceeding state health standards:

• Total Closures: The ocean shoreline remains closed from the U.S.-Mexico border through Imperial Beach and Coronado. This includes Silver Strand, Avenida Lunar, and the Coronado Lifeguard Tower areas.
• Advisories: Bacteria levels exceed safety thresholds at the La Jolla Children’s Pool, Buccaneer Beach in Oceanside, and the swim areas at Campland and De Anza Cove in Mission Bay.
• Annual Mussel Quarantine: A county-wide quarantine remains in effect prohibiting the recreational harvest of mussels for human consumption.

Tijuana River Valley Pollution Response

Following a unanimous vote by the Board of Supervisors this week, the county has activated emergency infrastructure repairs at the Saturn Boulevard sewage hotspot. Public health notices are in effect for residents of the Tijuana River Valley regarding hydrogen sulfide gas emissions. The county has established a Pollution Crisis Chief position to coordinate the distribution of free air filters to households in affected South Bay neighborhoods. Residents experiencing noxious odors are encouraged to monitor local air quality reports.

Infrastructure and Utility Updates: Pure Water San Diego

The City of San Diego reports that Phase 1 of the Pure Water program is now 85% complete. Ongoing construction activities are concentrated in the Morena, Bay Park, Clairemont, and University City communities. Public notices for the weekend include:

• Crews are continuing final paving and restoration activities along established pipeline routes.
• Commissioning prep is underway at the North City Pure Water Facility, which transitioned to 24/7 operations this month to prepare for full-scale water production later this year.
• Motorists should expect minor delays near the Morena Pump Station as southern pipeline tie-ins are finalized.

City Council and Governance Notices

The Office of the City Clerk has published the following updates regarding upcoming municipal business:

• Special City Council Meeting: A special session is scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to consider a resolution regarding federal enforcement tactics.
• Election 2026: The nomination period for the upcoming City Council districts 2, 4, 6, and 8 will officially open next Wednesday, February 4. Interested candidates must file through the City Clerk’s office.

Traffic Alert: Farmers Insurance Open

The City of San Diego reminds residents that Round 3 of the Farmers Insurance Open is occurring today at the Torrey Pines Golf Course. Significant traffic increases are expected on North Torrey Pines Road and surrounding La Jolla thoroughfares. Public transportation and carpooling are strongly encouraged for those attending the tournament.