June 2, 2015 — NEWARK, N.J. — Officials are warning residents not to catch or eat fish that washed ashore following heavy rainfall that started Sunday across New Jersey, according to a report.
The Department of Health and Community Wellness issued a statement Monday warning residents the fish that washed ashore may have come into contact with sewer drains or other contaminants.
“This is a dangerous practice and residents are urged to refrain from trapping, catching, and eating any fish caught on the streets,” said Dr. Hanaa Hamdi, the department’s director.