FDA: Gulf of Mexico Oysters Unsafe - Gulf Of Mexico - WKRG.com

FDA: Gulf of Mexico Oysters Unsafe - Gulf Of Mexico - WKRG.com: "GULF OF MEXICO - (AP) Federal officials plan to ban sales of raw oysters harvested from the Gulf of Mexico unless the shellfish are treated to destroy potentially deadly bacteria - a requirement that opponents say could deprive diners of a delicacy cherished for generations.

The plan has also raised concern among oystermen that they could be pushed out of business.

The Gulf region supplies about two-thirds of U.S. oysters, and some people in the $500 million industry argue that the anti-bacterial procedures are too costly. They insist adequate measures are already being taken to battle germs, including increased refrigeration on oyster boats and warnings posted in restaurants."