Huntington Beach ocean warning lifted as "sheen" in water was investigated
A "sheen" was spotted in the ocean off the coast of Huntington Beach Friday morning, prompting lifeguards to clear the water and
beaches while an investigation was underway.
The sheen was reported near the Huntington Beach Pier and city officials say it's unclear if the substance is oil, but there is a possibility it is connected with a boat that sank.
The city fire department's HAZMAT team is at the scene, and the U.S. Coast Guard also responded.
People were asked to stay out of the water Friday morning between Seapoint Street and Beach Boulevard while crews investigate the source of the sheen. The ocean advisory was lifted around noon Friday.
Our HB Fire Dept HAZMAT Team is responding to a sheen in the ocean. We are asking everyone to stay out of the water btwn Beach Blvd & Seapoint.
— City of Huntington Beach (@CityofHBPIO) August 18, 2023
The US Coast Guard is overseeing the incident. Details are limited at this time. We will provide more info as it becomes available. pic.twitter.com/3i1b07LlZF