The Zebra mussel problem in Clear Lake has been confirmed to be getting worse.
In a news release issued today, parks Canada noted that multiple juvenile zebra mussels have been located.
8 mussels were found on Septemeber 19th and 20th, confirming the spread of this invasive species.
In the news release, parks Canada states Zebra mussel infestations cost Manitoba taxpayers an estimated $10 million per year. This cost includes keeping mussels off critical freshwater infrastructure, such as hydroelectric dams and drinking water pipes.
Factoring in the damage to fisheries and tourism, that estimate could be considerably higher.
With this new information, Parks Canada staff plan to analyze the options for a potential eradication treatment using the best evidence available and in consultation with third-party experts in the field.
