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Tourists and sea lion activists are reacting to the newly decided indefinite closure of Boomer Beach to Point La Jolla to protect the wild animals that often come ashore.
The popular beach will close to protect vulnerable sea lions so they can breed and nurse. After seven years, the city must apply for either a new amendment or a new coastal development permit.