More than 2,000 fish have reportedly died over a 16km section of the River Blackwater in the Mallow area due to a probable infection. The Irish Fisheries Investigations (IFI) has initiated an investigation to determine the cause. Additionally, IFI has instructed the public not to remove the deceased fish from the river while urging anyone to report instances of fish kills or suspected water pollution. A member of the Mallow Trout Anglers mentioned that the club will be affected during the investigation, questioning the decision to leave the dead fish in the water.
An IFI spokesperson confirmed that over 2,000 fish have died in a 16km stretch of the River Blackwater, prompting an investigation into the probable cause of infection.
Members of the public are urged by the State agency to refrain from removing dead fish from the river and to report any suspected water pollution.
A Mallow Trout Anglers club member expressed concern about the investigation leading to their club becoming 'homeless,' stressing the importance of identifying the cause of the fish kill.
The member questioned the reasoning behind leaving the dead fish in the river, highlighting the need for a report to determine the appropriate treatment.
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