Hundreds of dead fish found in Dublin's Tolka River

An investigation is underway after hundreds of dead fish were found in the Tolka River near Damastown in Dublin. Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) reported that early indications suggest more than 500 fish perished. The affected species included brown trout, eel, stickleback, lamprey, and minnow, discovered along a two-kilometer section of the river.

The alarm was first raised on Saturday, and the IFI has collected samples from the river for analysis. To address the situation, an interagency group was convened, comprising representatives from Fingal County Council, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the National Parks and Wildlife Service. This group has established a clear line of inquiry, and its role is now complete, according to the IFI.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any instances of fish kills, water pollution, habitat destruction, or illegal fishing activities to the IFI's confidential hotline at 0818 34 74 24. This information is crucial for ongoing monitoring and enforcement efforts to protect the river's ecosystem.