LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – County officials are reporting that Clear Lake is open and anglers are boaters are welcome.

The flood waters have receded and though some damage remains at a few locations around the lake, nearly all the boat ramps are open.

The lake level is normal for this time of year so anglers, boaters and other water users are welcome and the crappie fishing is great.

Anglers should bear in mind that due to mercury in the environment, the normal fish consumption advisories remain in place:

– Women 18-45 and children less than 17 years old should eat no more than 1 serving per week and no bass should be consumed.

– Women 46 and older and men 18 and older should consume no more than 3 servings per week and only a single serving of black bass per week.

For more information contact the Lake County Water Resources Department at 707-263-2344 or visit the Environmental Health Department Web page at www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Environmental_Health/Fish.htm .