Natural Resources
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Harmful algae are naturally occurring phytoplankton that produce biotoxins which negatively affect human, animal and ecosystem health in high concentrations. All types of shellfish can become toxic and unsafe to eat during these events, including clams, oysters, mussels, geoduck and scallops. These algal blooms are sometimes referred to as “Red Tide” but often harmful blooms DO NOT turn the water a reddish-brown color. Toxic shellfish can cause a variety of symptoms including nausea and paralysis, and in extreme cases even death. The Lummi Natural Resources Department, along with the Washington State Department of Health, monitor biotoxin levels in the area and close beaches to harvest when shellfish become unsafe to eat. Check for closures before you dig!
TABS on HABS - video series
Disclaimer: The official Tide and Tidal Current prediction tables are published annually on October 1, for the following calendar year. Tide and Tidal Current predictions generated prior to the publishing date of the official tables are subject to change. The enclosed data are based upon the latest information available as of the date of your request. Tide and Tidal Current predictions generated may differ from the official predictions if information for the station requested has been updated since the publishing date of the official tables. For more information visit NOAA/COOPS website
There are no documents currently available in the Shellfish Biotoxin Resources portion of the website.
