IFI statement re fish kill at River Glyde, Co Louth

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) is currently investigating a locally significant fish kill on the River Glyde in Co Louth.

The incident occurred in the vicinity of Tallanstown.

IFI Fisheries Environmental Officers have been on site since last night, Tuesday evening, to investigate the incident. 

Species of fish discovered dead include adult and juvenile Atlantic salmon, eel, brown trout, pike, and coarse fish. 

IFI samples taken at the river have been sent for laboratory analysis.

A considerable stretch of the river is affected, and the estimated number of fish mortalities is currently being assessed.

IFI is actively investigating the cause of this harmful ecological event. A definite line of enquiry is being pursued, and local authorities have been notified.

Monitoring and assessment of the impact will continue to be undertaken by IFI staff.

IFI - the State agency responsible for the protection and conservation of freshwater fish and habitats - continues to urge the public to report instances of any fish kills to its confidential 24/7 number, 0818 34 74 24.