Fish, eels and birds killed in river pollution incident
Summary
A pollution event in Moray, Scotland, has killed many fish, eels, and birds in the Knockando Burn and nearby River Spey. Authorities are investigating after a chemical, believed to be caustic soda, entered the water and harmed wildlife over a two-kilometer area.Key Facts
- The chemical pollution occurred in the Knockando Burn, which flows into the River Spey.
- Caustic soda, a strong chemical often used in industries, is thought to be the main pollutant.
- The pollution killed fish, eels, and birds along more than a mile (2 km) of the burn.
- The salmon population may need up to five years to recover from the damage.
- The incident happened during the peak fly fishing season on the River Spey.
- The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) is investigating the cause and impact.
- This follows another recent pollution incident where white paint spilled into the Burn of Carron, also affecting salmon.
- Local fishery officials called both events serious setbacks for river wildlife conservation.
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