The Penang state government will seek further information from the state Fisheries and Environmental Departments on the red tide phenomenon occurring in the waters off Teluk Bahang and Sungai Pinang, Balik Pulau since yesterday.  

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said they will continue monitoring the occurrence, which is causing concern among fisherfolk in the area as shoals of fish and other marine life have been found dead.

“The incident...