“DA-BFAR conducted laboratory analyses for water and fish samples in Taal Lake and revealed that consumption of fish from Taal Lake is safe, but it must be confined to those that are fresh and caught alive. Caught fish must be washed thoroughly, internal organs removed, and cooked properly,” the DA said in a bulletin issued Sunday. ADVERTISEMENT“The fish farmers living along the coast of Taal Lake were severely affected by the volcano’s impending eruption. We harvest an estimated 300 metric tons of fish from our fish cages in Taal lake everyday,” they added. GSGInquirer calls for support for the victims of Taal volcano eruption Responding to appeals for help, the Inquirer is extending its relief to the families affected by the recent eruption of Taal volcano.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 21, 2020 01:07 UTC