Tag: ammonia
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DNR Investigates Extensive Fish Kill in Dry Branch Creek
Iowa DNR is investigating a fish kill in Dry Branch Creek, Winneshiek County, extending into Fayette County. Ammonia was detected, and downstream water users are advised to avoid the creek as the source is being determined.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Fish killWater pollutionIowa Department of Natural ResourcesDry Branch CreekWinneshiek CountyFayette CountyAmmoniaIowaUSA
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DNR Investigates Fish Kill in Lee County After Pesticide Spill
The Iowa DNR is investigating a fish kill in a Lee County creek near Houghton, caused by a pesticide rinsate spill from the Chem Gro facility. Elevated ammonia levels were found, and dead fish were observed three miles downstream.
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Iowa DNR Investigates Fish Kill in Lee County After Pesticide Spill
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill in a rural creek near Houghton, Lee County. The incident, reported on June 25, involved a pesticide rinsate containing ammonia discharged from the ChemoGro facility, leading to dead fish…
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