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Salmon Surge: Water Boost for Klamath Fish | Chico News
Salmon survival is getting a major boost as the Bureau of Reclamation ramps up water releases from Lewiston Dam starting August 28th, flooding the Klamath and Trinity rivers with colder, faster flows to combat deadly heat and disease. Flow rates will surge from 450 to 1,200 cubic feet per second—lasting until September 21st—without disrupting farms or towns, thanks to coordinated efforts with tribes and wildlife agencies. This isn’t just emergency aid—it’s a strategic push to revive Chinook and Coho salmon on their critical spawning journey. Just be warned: higher water, stronger currents…
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