December 9, 2020
Action: Closes all recreational crabbing.
Effective date: Immediately, until further notice.
Species affected: Crab
Location: Waters of Marine Area 1, 2, and 2-2.
Reason for action: Test results from the Washington Department of Health show that crab tested in these areas are not safe for human consumption. Levels of domoic acid, detected through routine testing have exceeded the federally established action level.
Additional Information: While the Columbia River and Willapa Bay remain open please check for possible closures before heading out as testing continues in these areas.
Information contact: Region 6, 360-249-4628
Effective date: Immediately, until further notice.
Species affected: Crab
Location: Waters of Marine Area 1, 2, and 2-2.
Reason for action: Test results from the Washington Department of Health show that crab tested in these areas are not safe for human consumption. Levels of domoic acid, detected through routine testing have exceeded the federally established action level.
Additional Information: While the Columbia River and Willapa Bay remain open please check for possible closures before heading out as testing continues in these areas.
Information contact: Region 6, 360-249-4628