IFI statement re fish kill at Douglas River, Cork
Inland Fisheries Ireland(IFI) is investigating a significant fish kill in Cork today in which early indications suggest at least 1,500 fish have died.
The pollution incident occurred on Ballybrack stream, a small tributary of the Douglas River flowing near Douglas village, Cork.
The dead fish are primarily brown trout, and European eels.
Fish mortalities were observed over a 1.5km stretch of the stream.
Eight dead brown trout at the scene of a fish kill in Cork
Initial indications point to the possible entry of a chemical into the watercourse.
However, it is too early to definitively establish a pollution source.
IFI reminds the public to ensure that household chemicals are used, stored, and disposed of in a responsible manner.
Low water flow or increased temperatures are not believed to have been a factor.
Two dead brown trout found at Ballybrack stream, Co Cork
An IFI Senior Fisheries Environmental Officer has been on site since early today, July 10th, to investigate the incident, which is believed to have occurred yesterday, July 9th.
IFI will continue to actively probe the cause of this harmful ecological event
The agency was notified of the pollution by a member of the public through its 24-hour confidential hotline service.
A dead European eel at Ballybrack stream
IFI continues to urge the public to report instances of fish kills or water pollution to its 24/7 number, 0818 34 74 24.
