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Trout in Peril as Rivers Overheat | Durham News
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Trout are in trouble as record-breaking heat pushes Western rivers to dangerous temperatures, forcing wildlife officials to ban fishing during peak hours across hundreds of miles of waterways. Droughts and shrinking reservoirs mean less water to cool things down, while warmer water holds less oxygen — making survival harder for these prized fish. From Colorado to Montana and Yellowstone, closures are becoming the norm, disrupting local economies and angler plans. Scientists link this crisis to climate change, which is altering snowpack and intensifying summer heat waves. For guides, schools, and towns that rely on trout tourism, August has turned into a gamble — and the fishing season itself is shrinking faster than anyone expected.
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