'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish
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from Los Angeles Times1 day ago
The sudden loss of the Kern River's flow has shocked Bakersfield residents who enjoyed consistent water flow following two wet winters; now they witness a barren riverbed.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-09-19/thousands-of-fish-die-as-kern-river-dries-up-in-bakersfield
Ecologist Rae McNeish expressed her despair at the rapid desiccation of the Kern River, noting the tragic fate of over 3,000 dead fish left behind in the dry riverbed.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-09-19/thousands-of-fish-die-as-kern-river-dries-up-in-bakersfield
Following a court ruling, city officials and water managers are prioritizing agricultural water supplies over aquatic ecosystems, infuriating environmental activists who claim it's causing harm.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-09-19/thousands-of-fish-die-as-kern-river-dries-up-in-bakersfield
California wildlife authorities have kicked off an investigation to determine if the rapid drying of the Kern River violates state laws intended to protect wildlife.
Los Angeles Timeshttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2024-09-19/thousands-of-fish-die-as-kern-river-dries-up-in-bakersfield
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