The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources said shellfish, including mussels and shrimp fry (alamang), in eight areas were found positive for red tide. | DYGalvezINQ
– coastal waters of Dauis and Tagbilaran City in Bohol“Hindi ligtas kainin ang mga shellfish na nabaggit sa mga lugar dahil ito ay nakakalason,” he said in a public briefing.
However, he said fish and other seafood like galunggong, squid, shrimp and crabs are still safe for consumption.“Tiyakin lang na ang mga ito ay sariwa, nilinis nang maayos, at tinanggalan ng lamang-loob bago lutuin,” Briguera said. Red tide takes place when algae or plant-like microorganisms thrive in water, causing discoloration due to a high concentration of toxic and nontoxic algae.
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