Investigation Launched: Probe into Fish Deaths at Athlassa Lake

The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment has ordered an immediate investigation regarding reports of dead fish found in the Athlassa Lake water system. The competent Departments (Water Development, Forests, Fisheries and Marine Research and Environment) have launched a thorough investigation to determine the causes of the incident. The Ministry's goal is to quickly identify the causes and limit the phenomenon. Public information will follow upon completion of the investigation. The incident has caused concern, as Athlassa Lake has turned into a sight with dead fish floating in the water, as captured in videos that have been circulated.