Neap tide threat is over
BANGUS (milkfish) growers can now heave a sigh of relief.
The threat of neap tide is over and tidal fluctuation is now back to normal, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Dagupan City.
BFAR’s Dr. Westly Rosario said the lowest level of oxygen, which could lead to fish kill, were experienced on May 23 to 25.
“It’s now high tide and water exchange is now reaching normal one meter level compared to neap tide which was only 20 centimeters,” Rosario explained.
“This means there is already enough water exchange. We are now into spring tide,” he added.
Rosario also clarified that no bangus fish kill has been recorded so far, contrary to broadcast reports that a minor fish kill happened in Anda town last week.
Rosario assured that the BFAR continues to monitor low dissolved oxygen levels in various bangus-producing areas in Pangasinan.—Tita Roces
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