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High levels of shellfish toxin     1/8/14

 

Raised levels of shellfish toxins have been found in Loch Erisort sealoch in Lewis.

 

The Comhairle advises that eating shellfish such as cockles, mussels or razor fish from these areas may pose a risk to human health.

 

Notices to warn the public and casual gatherers 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.

 

The council is monitoring the situation and will remove warning notices when it improves.