2023-04-22 07:35:53
Indeed, the Pas-de-Calais prefecture took the decision last Thursday toprohibit shellfish fishing in the bay of Authie, due to contamination of the waters with the bacterium Escherichia coli . This measure is intended to protect the health of consumers, as the consumption of contaminated shellfish can cause serious illnesses. According to a decree signed by the prefect of Pas-de-Calais last Tuesdayprofessional and recreational shore fishing, collection, transfer, shipping, distribution and marketing of group 2 burrowing shellfish, such as cockles, tellines, lavagnons or razor clams, are temporarily prohibited in the Bay of Authie for consumption. The batches of shellfish caught since April 6 have also been recalled, in order to avoid any risk of additional contamination. This measure was taken to protect the health of consumers and to prevent the spread of the bacteria to other areas (source).
However, professional shore fishing remains possible provided that the shells undergo, only in France, a sanitizing treatment in an approved workshop. This measure makes it possible to limit the risks to human health, while allowing professional fishermen to continue their activity. It is important to take water contamination issues seriously, as it can have serious consequences for human health. The authorities are taking the necessary measures to guarantee food safety and protect the health of consumers, while waiting for the situation to stabilize in Authie Bay.
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