Biotoxins affecting Bivalve Shellfish in Coastal Waters - Loch Eishort, Sleat, Isle of Skye
18th June 2020
The Highland Council's Environmental Health Team has identified raised levels of naturally occurring bivalve shellfish biotoxins following routine monitoring at Loch Eishort, Sleat, Isle of Skye.
Eating bivalve shellfish such as mussels, cockles, oysters or razor fish from these areas may pose a health risk arising from the consumption of these biotoxins. As a sensible precaution, people should avoid eating any bivalve shellfish from the area until further notice.
It is important to note that cooking does not remove risks from consumption.
Commercial shellfish harvesters in the area have been contacted by the Council.
For further information, please refer to Food Standards Scotland Shellfish Website.
https://www.foodstandards.gov.scot/business-and-industry/industry-specific-advice/shellfish
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