The coastal waters of Capiz are still contaminated by red tide toxin. Based on Shellfish Bulletin No. 26 dated November 10, 2023 issued by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)-6, shellfishes collected and tested from Sapian Bay located in Ivisan and Sapian in Capiz; Mambuquiao and Camanci, Batan in Aklan; coastal wasters of Panay; Pilar; President Roxas; Roxas City in Capiz are currently positive for Paralytic Shellfish Poisoining or red tide that is beyond the regulatory limit.

Celino, F. V. (2023, November 15). Capiz still positive for red tide. Daily Guardian, p. 2.