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MILLIONS Of Dead Fish Washing Up Along Neuse And Tar-Pamlico Rivers In Carolina, America

Millions of dead fish are washing in eastern North Carolina.

In the last few days people who live along the Tar-Pamlico River Basin and Neuse River have been watching dead menhaden fish pop up in the water and on the sand.

The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources says they believe millions of menhaden fish have died during this latest fish kill.State officials believe this latest fish kill is a result of cooler temperatures and low oxygen levels caused by an algal blooms. State officials say they expect the fish kill to continue for at least few more days or until a cloudy or rainy day.

Heather Garrish lives in Blounts Creek and noticed the dead fish earlier this year; however, she says this latest batch of dead menhaden fish have ulcers on them. It’s those sores she says caused her to have concerns for her dogs.

“I’m more worried for my animals cause they play in the water everyday.And I’m worried that they could possibly get the skin legions that the fish have,” said Garrish.

State officials say a similar fish kill occurred this time last year along thesame areas. A spokesperson for the Division of Water Quality while the numbers my be similar, it appears this years fish kill is more widespread.

State officials say the water, mold, and algal bloom are not dangerous to humans. However, they advise the public to stay out of the areas affected for the next couple of days.

State officials are collecting samples of the dead to fish to determine the exact cause of this latest fish kill.