date:Dec 29, 2012
nella, which can accumulate in shellfish like mussels, pipis, oysters and scallops and potentially be toxic to humans.
It is still safe to eat any shellfish brought from shops or supplied by commercial fisheries,'' he said.
We are undertaking further sampling today to determine if the bloom has dispersed or moved on following the currents of the bay.
The Department of Health has advised us it is still safe to swim in the area but people should not eat shellfish collected from areas north of N