Red tide remains in Zambo Sur bay, Bataan waters

MANILA, Philippines - Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur and the coastal waters of Bataan remain positive for red tide toxin, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

In a latest bulletin, the BFAR said the waters in Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay, and Samal, all in Bataan remain positive for paralytic shellfish poisoning.

All types of shellfish and acetes sp or alamang harvested from these areas are not safe for human consumption.

Fish, squids, shrimps and crabs harvested in these areas are safe for human consumption provided they are washed thoroughly.

Meanwhile, the Murcielagos Bay in Zamboanga del Norte and the waters in Misamis Occidental, which were earlier reported to be positive with algae that produces the red tide toxin, are now free from contamination, according to BFAR.