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Minnesota fish dying amid heat wave, DNR says
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sabrina Salguero Del Cid , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The state's natural resources agency has received numerous reports of fish deaths.
Fish are dying in large numbers across Minnesota due to extreme weather. The state's natural resources agency has received numerous reports of fish deaths. Recently, a significant number of reports were filed over a short period, covering many bodies of water.
Water conditions in some areas are particularly stressful for fish, with high temperatures recorded in lakes and rivers. The current summer weather is exacerbating the issue. Further information is available from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, which is encouraging the public to report any additional fish deaths they encounter.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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