State of Alabama
10/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/16/2025 14:49
Shellfish growing waters reopened
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Nan Steedley, (251) 433-2428 Office
(251) 331-0651 (Cellular)
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris announced today the reopening of portions of Mobile Bay that were temporarily closed to the harvesting of oysters on October 10, 2025. This includes Bon Secour Bay and Navy Cove. The order was effective at 12 noon, October 16, 2025.
All public oyster reefs are managed by Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Marine Resources Division (MRD), for harvest. Catchers are reminded to check with MRD for information regarding areas open for harvest.
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) will continue to monitor bay waters and shellfish to ensure bacteriological safety.
For additional information concerning the opening, contact Nan Steedley, ADPH, in Mobile at (251) 433-2428 or (251) 331-0651.
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