As highly-invasive golden mussels spread across California waterways, officials are urging boaters to take thorough precautions to avoid introducing the species to unaffected waters over the busy Labor Day weekend. It’s also a good idea to contact the body of water you plan to visit to get the latest information before heading out there, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. … The freshwater mollusks threaten the state’s water infrastructure by clogging pipes and power systems.

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