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Consumers Warned Not to Eat Certain Shellfish, Crustaceans, Fish from Channel Islands
The alert doesn't apply to commercially sold clams, mussels, scallops or oysters
By Susan Klein-Rothschild | Published on 10.18.2010
Elevated levels of the toxin domoic acid have been detected in recent samples of mussels, clams, scallops, and the viscera of lobster and crab. Domoic acid can be harmful to people.
This warning does not apply to commercially sold clams, mussels, scallops or oysters. State law permits only state-certified commercial shellfish harvesters or dealers to sell these products. Shellfish sold by certified harvesters and dealers are subject to frequent mandatory testing.