The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has
today lifted the health warning advising the public not to
collect or consume shellfish in the Bay of Plenty region due
to marine biotoxins from toxic algae.
Following extensive
sampling of shellfish along this coastline, test results now
show that shellfish are now safe to consume. Warning signs
will be taken down as soon as practicable.
The public are
reminded to check the MPI website for biotoxin warnings
before gathering shellfish and to follow the MPI advice
linked below on safe seafood harvesting.
If anyone becomes
ill after eating shellfish, phone Healthline for advice on
0800 61 11 16, or seek medical attention immediately. You
are also advised to contact your nearest public health unit
and keep any leftover shellfish for testing.
Monitoring of
toxin levels will continue and any changes will be
communicated accordingly. There are currently no warnings in
place for biotoxins in shellfish in New
Zealand.
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