Starting May 1, commercial crab fishing in the Bay Area will close sooner than usual, a move driven by a rise in humpback whale sightings and incidents, including one whale found dead tangled in crabbing gear. Although crab fishing began in January, efforts to minimize harm to marine wildlife led to a significant reduction in traps. Meanwhile, Matt Horn opens a new barbecue location in Elk Grove, and an East Coast-inspired bakery will bring English muffins and coffee to the Castro, enhancing the local culinary scene.
As of May 1, commercial crab fishing will be closed throughout the Bay Area, earlier than technically possible, to protect whales seen in the region.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife decided to cordon off the stretch from San Mateo County to Mendocino due to numerous whale sightings and incidents.
This year, crab fishing started in January with 50 percent fewer traps deployed to protect whales, with a pilot program exploring whale-friendly trap options underway.
A new East Coast-inspired bakery, Leadbetter's Bake Shop, is set to open in the Castro, focusing on English muffins and breakfast sandwiches.
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