Will I get sick from eating the fish I catch near these signs?
It is advisable that you not eat bottomfish caught near a CSO sign, because the sediments can be contaminated with chemicals from many years of pollution. Bottomfish (such as flounder, sole, rockfish and cod) may carry levels of contamination from long exposure to contaminated sediments. Eating these fish frequently may increase your risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.

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1. How many combined sewer outfalls are there in Everett and where are they located?
2. What will happen if I go in the water within 24 hours after a heavy rain near a CSO sign?
3. What if my dog goes in the water within 24 hours after a heavy rain near a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) sign?
4. Will I get sick from eating the fish I catch near these signs?
5. Will my wetsuit protect me when scuba diving or windsurfing?