UK’s largest lake faces environmental crisis as rescue plans stall | AI News Digest
Lough Neagh, the UK's largest lake, is facing an environmental crisis as toxic algae cases have tripled since last year, severely impacting local fishers' incomes. A ban on eel-fishing has been extended, with fishers reporting a 60% drop in earnings since 2023. The algal blooms, caused by nutrient overload from agricultural runoff and wastewater, have reached alarming levels, with 139 detections recorded this year. Despite promises from Northern Ireland's government to address the pollution, progress has stalled due to political opposition and underfunding. Local campaigners express deep concern for the lake's future, emphasizing the need for immediate action to protect this vital ecosystem for future generations.
