Abrupt and unexpected, the massive anchovy movement quickly depleted
the oxygen level in the harbor, sparking a huge anchovy die-off. Though
uncommon, it’s happened on four previous occasions, each time resulting in
1,000 to 2,000 tons of dead fish tying up the harbor.
The Santa Cruz Sentinel reports that the Port District, in
search of a solution, has installed 30 aerators to circulate and replenish
oxygen levels, but the aerators aren't fish revivers. For now, it’s up to
volunteers, organizations like Save Our Shores, and hungry scavengers to dispel
the stinky bulk of floating anchovies.
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