Flood waters can transport fish from distant water bodies into new areas.
Prolonged contact with mud, sewage, and dead animals can make fish unsafe.
The advisory recommends avoiding unknown or unusual‑looking fish entirely.
Report unfamiliar fish to the district fisheries officer and do not rely on rumors.
The Department of Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources warns that these fish may be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, or chemicals.
People are asked not to eat, buy, or sell any fish they cannot identify and to report sightings to local officials.
Anyone who feels unwell after eating such fish should seek medical attention promptly.
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