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Sewage-tainted shellfish sites in Washington state under scrutiny, could halt harvest

Despite heightened concerns over fecal contamination, shellfish from 15 designated areas in the US state's waters have been confirmed safe for consumption

By Undercurrent News | May 13, 2024 16:47 BST
Workers on the oyster farm. Credit: Seafish
Worker on an oyster farm. Credit: Seafish
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