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The City of Monterey in California announced it will temporarily close one of its beaches due to an invasion of sea lions."San Carlos Beach, located at Cannery Row and Reeside Avenue, is temporarily closed as a colony of sea lions are now using the beach as a landing and resting spot. The City of Monterey is working closely with staff at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We will keep the public informed about the beach status and share a post when the beach reopens. Thank you for respecting the closure," said the City of Monterey.The city advises visitors to observe the sea lions from at least 150 feet away.Marine mammals, including sea lions, are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.People who harass, feed, capture, or kill any marine mammal could face fines and even jail time.