Luzon waters now red tide-free

MANILA, Philippines - The coastal waters of Luzon are now free from red tide toxins but the waters of Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur and Murcielagos Bay in Zamboanga del Norte and Misamis Occidental are still positive for paralytic shellfish poison that is beyond the regulatory limit, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

BFAR director Asis Perez said his agency is continuously monitoring coastal waters in Luzon for the re-occurrence of red tide to protect consumers and the local shellfish industry.