Investigation of Dead Fish in Utah Pond

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Utah officials are investigating a local pond where hundreds of catfish and other fish were found dead due to low dissolved oxygen levels. The pond is closed for fishing and anglers are advised not to consume any fish from there.

Key Points

  • Utah officials investigating Cove Pond in Salt Lake County after finding over 500 dead fish
  • Majority of dead fish are catfish with some bluegills and green sunfish
  • Pond closed for fishing, and anglers advised not to consume fish from the pond
  • Department of Wildlife Resources refraining from restocking the pond until investigation is complete

Pros

  • Prompt investigation by Utah officials
  • Precautionary measures taken to close the pond for fishing and warn anglers

Cons

  • Loss of hundreds of fish due to low dissolved oxygen levels