In a surprising and distressing development, a large number of dead fish were found floating in the waters of Triveni Sangamam, the renowned confluence of the three seas in Kanyakumari. The fish, identified as belonging to the “Malvan” type, appeared in significant quantities, raising concerns among local residents and environmentalists.
Since Tuesday morning, the sea around Kanyakumari has exhibited unusual conditions. One side of the sea has been notably rough, while the other side has been experiencing receding waters. This unusual behavior has been linked to reports indicating that the sea water in the area was exceptionally cold.
According to local fishermen, who ventured out to the sea for their routine activities, they observed a considerable number of dead fish when they returned to shore. The cold water temperatures may have played a critical role in this mass die-off. It is suspected that the abrupt change in sea conditions and temperature might have contributed to the fatalities among the fish.
The dead fish, which initially floated in the middle of the sea, eventually drifted to the shore, causing a significant disturbance in the local community. As the fish washed up on Kanyakumari beach, the scene attracted considerable attention and concern from residents, who were taken aback by the sudden influx of dead fish.
The situation has prompted a commotion among locals, who are worried about the potential environmental impact and the possible causes behind this mass die-off. Authorities and environmental experts are expected to investigate the incident further to determine the underlying causes and assess the implications for the local marine ecosystem.
SOURCE: DT NEXT