The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) yesterday reported the recurrence of red tide in Matarinao Bay in Eastern Samar. Juan D. Albalejado, Jr., BFAR-8 regional director, said laboratory tests conducted last week by the bureau and local government units surrounding the bay showed high toxicity level in the area. "Toxicity levle on Matarinao has reached beyond regulatory limit of 60 unit grams (ug) STXeg per 100 grams of shelfish meat". Mr. Albaladejo said.

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