'Don't Eat Fish Caught From Floodwaters': Bihar On Alert After Nepal Tragedy
Authorities have urged residents in flood-hit districts to stay alert, avoid contact with floodwater where possible, and follow official guidance until river levels stabilise and the affected water bodies return to normal.
The Bihar government has warned citizens against eating, buying, or selling fish from areas affected by floodwaters originating in Nepal. This advisory follows the devastating flash floods that struck Nepal, claiming over 1,000 lives and causing widespread destruction. The Bihar department of dairy, fisheries, and animal resources expressed concern that fish exposed to contaminated floodwaters, dead animals, and other pollutants may harbor harmful bacteria and viruses.
Authorities have advised residents to avoid consuming fish caught in floodwaters until the situation improves. Rumors about unknown or unusual fish entering Bihar due to the floods have also been reported, with some individuals reportedly falling ill after consuming such fish. Authorities urge people to ignore rumors and refrain from consuming unknown fish to ensure their safety and well-being.
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