Inland Fisheries Ireland confirms fish kill in Kilcock
Inland Fisheries Ireland confirms fish kill in Kilcock
Wednesday, 3rd July 2019: Inland Fisheries Ireland has confirmed that a significant fish kill has occurred on the Royal Canal in Kilcock, County Kildare. A report was received on Monday, 1st of July from Waterways Ireland of the fish kill and an investigation commenced immediately.
The investigation, which is still underway, has identified agricultural discharge to a River Ryewater feeder that enters the canal at Kilcock. Approximately 300 fish have been killed in the incident with several species affected including Roach, Rudd, Bream and Pike. Work is now ongoing to ensure that there is no further polluting discharge to the system from this location.
Inland Fisheries Ireland has issued a fresh appeal to farmers to remain vigilant to avoid water pollution during the summer months when harvesting silage and spreading slurry. Farmers are reminded of the importance of managing silage operations correctly. Silage effluent is a significant pollutant and if allowed to enter a watercourse can potentially lead to fish death and habitat degradation.
Inland Fisheries Ireland has a confidential hotline number to enable members of the general public to report incidents of water pollution, fish kills and illegal fishing – 1890 34 74 24 or 1890 FISH 24. For more information on Inland Fisheries Ireland, visit www.fisheriesireland.ie.
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About Inland Fisheries Ireland
Inland Fisheries Ireland is a statutory body operating under the aegis of the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment (DCCAE) and was established under the Fisheries Act on 1st July 2010. Its principal function is the protection and conservation of the inland fisheries resource. Inland Fisheries Ireland promotes supports, facilitates and advises the Minister on the conservation, protection, management, development and improvement of inland fisheries, including sea angling. Inland Fisheries Ireland also develops policy and national strategies relating to inland fisheries and sea angling and advises the Minister on same.
