The Brief
- Thousands of dead fish have washed up along Lake Apopka, prompting water testing by state agencies.
- Officials suspect blue-green algae but have not confirmed the cause, with results expected in 7 to 10 days.
- Residents worry about the lake’s health and potential risks to wildlife and public safety.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Thousands of dead fish have washed up along the shores of Lake Apopka, alarming nearby residents and prompting an investigation.
Water testing underway to determine cause of fish kill
What we know:
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the St. Johns River Water Management District are conducting water and fish testing to determine the cause. The Florida Department of Health in Orange County has also issued a warning about blue-green algae in the lake. Officials say it could take up to 10 days to analyze water samples and determine the source of the die-off.
What we don’t know:…