'Dead fish and discolouration' reported in Inver River, Larne
A water sample has been taken from the Inver River in Larne after “dead fish and discolouration” were observed, the Department for the Environment, Agriculture and Rural Affairs has said.
A spokesperson confirmed that the Department received a report on the afternoon of July 24 concerning dead fish in the river underneath the Circular Road flyover.
Further subsequent reports of the same incident have since been received.
“A Water Quality Inspector was tasked to investigate and confirmed the presence of dead fish and a discolouration of the river,” the spokesperson added.
“A water sample has been taken for analysis and DAERA Inland Fisheries have been informed. No further details are currently available.
“The Department would encourage members of the public to report any suspected water pollution incidents to the NIEA 24-hour Incident Hotline on 0800 807060.
"Less urgent concerns can be reported via email to the NIEA Water Pollution Response and Enforcement Team at [email protected] or online at daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/daera-environmental-incident-reporting-system.”