Red tide update
A reexamination of the levels of PSP (paralytic shellfish poisoning) by Fisheries and Oceans Canada has led to some bivalve harvesting restrictions being lifted.
Subareas 15-1 to 15-5, which reach from Scotch Fir Point to the entrance to Toba Inlet, are still closed to all shellfish harvest except manila clams, little neck clams, oysters and mussels.
Select subareas of Area 16 are also open for certain kinds of shellfish. Area 16 runs from the southern end of Area 15 to Merry Island and loops around the west side of Texada Island.
Cooking does not destroy the PSP toxin.
More detailed information can be found online or by calling the local office at 604.485.7963.
Swimmer drowns
At approximately 3:45 pm on Friday, July 12, Powell River emergency services responded to a report of a female found floating face down in the water at Willingdon Beach.
Upon arrival on scene, resuscitation attempts were made and the female was transported to Powell River General Hospital, but was announced deceased upon arrival.
The female has been identified as 64-year-old Dorothy June Tweedle, a resident of Powell River.
The cause of this incident is still under investigation by the BC Coroners Service.
Setting it straight
Further to an article in last week’s Peak about transit to the Open Air Market, the number to call for people wishing to enrol in the Farmers’ Market Nutrition and Coupon Program is 604.485.2706.
