High levels of shellfish toxin 27/9/14
People have been warned against eating shellfish from Seilebost and Northton Sands in Harris due ot increased toxin levels.
Consuming cockles, mussels or razor fish from these areas may pose a risk to human health says the Comahirle.
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.