Invasive mussels intercepted on boat bound for Sylvan Lake

Photo, courtesy ESRD, Government of Alberta

Invasive mussels intercepted on boat bound for Sylvan Lake

By Karen Bartko, Global News, May 20, 2015

"...There was a close call this past May long weekend, when the mussels were found on a boat bound for one of the province’s most popular lakes. The boat, originally from Ontario, was headed to Sylvan Lake in central Alberta on Sunday night when it was stopped at a watercraft inspection station meant to prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels...

...The province estimates an infestation in Alberta could cost the province more than $75 million annually. In April, the government amended the Fisheries Act, making it mandatory for all vehicles carrying or towing a water-based vessel, like a boat or Sea-Doo, to stop at any inspection station they come upon. Bypassing one can result in fines up to $100,000 or 12 months in prison... "

Read more here: http://globalnews.ca/…/invasive-mussels-intercepted-on-boa…/

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