Powerful pumps in California are causing significant harm to endangered fish species like steelhead trout and winter-run Chinook salmon, exceeding established annual limits. Environmental advocates are urging immediate action to prevent further deaths and protect species at risk of extinction.
The environmental groups are calling for a reduction in pumping operations until juvenile salmon and steelhead have completed migration through the delta, emphasizing the critical need to protect these species. They highlight the urgency by stating that continuing business-as-usual water exports risks witnessing extinction in real time.
Jon Rosenfield of San Francisco Baykeeper criticizes state and federal water agencies for exceeding take limits and ignoring the impact on endangered fish populations, accusing them of negligence that led to the current endangered status. This situation highlights the need for urgent intervention and regulatory compliance to prevent further harm.
State water officials claim they have implemented measures to safeguard fish populations, reducing pumping in response to the high presence of fish near water intakes. Despite these efforts, the impact on fish populations remains concerning, indicating the ongoing challenges in balancing water supply needs and environmental conservation.
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