Quintana Beach, Texas – Nearly 12,000 dead fish washed up on the shore of Quintana Beach in Texas on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The fish, which included mullet, croaker, and catfish, were found along a stretch of beach about two miles long.
The cause of the fish kill is not yet known, but officials are investigating. Some possible causes include a red tide algae bloom, a chemical spill, or a power outage that disrupted the water supply.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has advised people to avoid contact with the dead fish, as they may be contaminated. The department is also working to clean up the fish and prevent them from further polluting the beach.
The fish kill has had a devastating impact on the local fishing industry. Many businesses that rely on fishing for their livelihood have been forced to close. The fish kill has also had a negative impact on tourism in the area.
