Philippines: 6 areas test positive for toxic red tide

Published 2024년 5월 1일

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The Department of Agriculture’s Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has announced that six areas have tested positive for toxic red tide, with shellfish from these areas found to contain Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP) at levels exceeding the regulatory limit. As a result, all shellfish and acetes or alamang gathered from these areas are deemed unsafe for human consumption. However, fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs from these affected areas can still be consumed if they are fresh, thoroughly washed, and the internal organs are removed before cooking.
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The Department of Agriculture’s Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said that six different areas have tested positive for toxic red tide. According to their Shellfish Bulletin no. 8 issued on April 30, shellfish collected from the following areas have tested positive for Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP) beyond the regulatory limit: “All types of shellfish and acetes or alamang gathered from the areas shown above are not safe for human consumption,” BFAR said. However, fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs from these areas are safe for human ...
Source: Gmanetwork

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