PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Officials have closed the Pacific halibut fishery off the central Oregon coast, saying anglers have met this season’s quota of just over 14 tons.
The decision was announced Friday following a meeting between NOAA Fisheries, the International Pacific Halibut Commission and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Anglers seeking halibut still have an option with the Columbia River area from Cape Falcon, Ore., to Leadbetter Point, Wash., remaining open.
Fishing will continue every Friday through Sunday until the summer quota is taken or Sept. 27, whichever comes first.
