The DOH found high bacteria levels in three shellfish harvesting areas and 14 areas that meet water quality standards but are threatened by bacteria.
Fecal pollution will lead to harvest restrictions in three of Washington’s 115 shellfish growing areas.
The Washington State Department of Health completed its annual water quality evaluation and found high bacteria levels in three areas and 14 areas that meet water quality standards but are threatened due to bacterial pollution. Restrictions will be placed by August 2023,“State health officials are working with county partners, other state agencies, shellfish growers, and tribal governments to find and fix pollution problems,” said the DOH.
“Our state’s collaborative approach toward water quality improvement has led to the successful reopening of many shellfish harvesting areas,” said Scott Berbells, Shellfish Growing Area Section manager. “Clean water is the result of everyone doing their part.” The DOH also recommends that people maintain their septic systems, pick up pet waste, use pump-out stations for boats and recreational vehicles, and manage animal waste from large and small farms.
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