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Warning about sealoch toxins        4/10/14

 

People have been warned against eating shellfish from Loch Stockinish, East Loch Tarbert and Loch Seaforth due ot raised toxin levels.

 

Environmental Services say consuming shellfish such as cockles, mussels or razor fish from these areas may pose a risk to human health.

 

Warning notices have been posted at various locations on the shore.

 

Commercial shellfish harvesters in these areas have been contacted by the Comhairle and steps taken to postpone harvesting until algae levels subside.