Ten coastal areas in the country have been tested positive for paralytic shellfish poison or toxic red tide beyond the regulatory limit, the BFAR said.
In a shellfish bulletin dated January 10, BFAR said that all types of shellfish and acetes, also known as alamang, collected from the following areas are not safe for human consumption: coastal waters of President Roxas, Capiz; coastal waters of Tagbilaran City, Bohol; Dumanquilas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur; andThe agency, however, said that other seafood aside from shellfish collected from the said areas are safe for human consumption.
“Fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs are safe for human consumption provided that they are fresh and washed thoroughly; and internal organs such as gills and intestines are removed before cooking,” BFAR said. Individuals suffering from PSP may experience symptoms such as the tingling of lips and tongue minutes after eating poisonous shellfish.
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