Advisory in effect through Jan. 28 due to illness investigation
CLOSURE AREA: Port Orchard Passage from the Agate Pass Bridge south to Point Bolin, including the west shoreline of Bainbridge Island. See the state shellfish safety map for closure boundaries.
All existing shellfish closures remain in effect.
SPECIES AFFECTED: All recreational shellfish harvesting for all species of clams, oysters, and mussels.
Shrimp and crab are not included in this closure, but crabs should be cleaned prior to cooking, and the “crab butter” should be discarded.
Anyone planning to harvest or consume local, recreationally-harvested shellfish must first:
1) Check the safety status of shellfish harvesting:
2) Check the harvest seasons and licensing requirements:
Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife website
1-866-880-5431
MEDIA CONTACT:
Tad Sooter | Public Information Officer Kitsap Public Health District 345 6th St., Suite 300 | Bremerton, WA 98337 (360) 728-2330 Office | (360) 908-8892 Cell pio@kitsappublichealth.org | kitsappublichealth.org
