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Disaster● LowAug 1 · Aug 1, 2026, 7:45 PM

Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from kob.com · United States

Record heat is causing rivers in the US West to warm, leading to routine fishing closures. This indicates a growing environmental impact on aquatic ecosystems and recreational activities.

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