Over the last few days water temperatures have been climbing and on some rivers the temperatures are a cause for concern. During periods of warmer water temperatures, all anglers should take extra precautions while fishing to ensure the welfare of the fish they catch. We recommend keeping any fish you catch in the water while unhooking and limiting exposure to air where possible.
Galway Fishery and River Erriff to close
IFI advises that the Galway Fishery and River Erriff will close this evening at 6pm to protect fish from potentially lethal thermal stress.
Water temperatures above 18°C can cause species such as Atlantic salmon and brown trout to suffer thermal stress.
Moy Fishery, Ballyvary and Cloongee
In addition, the Moy Fishery, Ballyvary and Cloongee may also face closures as water temperatures of 18°C have been recorded.
Anglers should contact the Moy Fishery Office to check the latest advice before travelling.
Moy Fishery: 096 21332 or 096 22669, Moyfishery@fisheriesireland.ie
Please remember to report any instances of distressed fish, fish kills, illegal fishing, pollution to IFI’s confidential 24/7 number on 0818 34 74 24.
