My family have fished this river for 300 years - now pollution has killed all the fish
Summary
Coracle fishermen on the River Tywi in Wales say pollution has caused a severe drop in fish, leaving almost no fish to catch. Tests found industrial, farm, and human waste in the water, and local groups and officials are investigating to address the problem.Key Facts
- Coracle fishing on the River Tywi has been a family tradition for 300 years.
- Pollution from industry, farming, and sewage is blamed for killing fish in the river.
- Fishermen report catching very few fish compared to past years.
- Natural Resources Wales is investigating pollution reports and enforcing rules.
- Nearby rivers, like the River Teifi, have also been heavily polluted recently.
- Welsh Water plans to spend nearly £889 million between 2025 and 2030 to reduce pollution.
- A local electronics recycling company, Mekatek, is licensed to discharge into the river but denies causing harm.
- The number of fishing licenses for coracle fishing has dropped from 12 to 4 as interest and fish numbers decline.
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