I strongly support the continuation of the Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency.
The Big Valley Rancheria reports that in 2024 they rescued 14,930 stranded hitch from Cole Creek, almost four times as many as the year prior. This year, flooding in the Cole Creek area has worsened significantly, further increasing habitat loss and jeopardizing spawning conditions for the culturally and environmentally important Clear Lake Hitch.
The declared emergency is far from over; if anything, it is getting worse. Immediate intervention is crucial to prevent potential extinction and mitigate severe ecological impacts for wildlife and residents alike. For more detailed information, photos, and ongoing updates, please visit colecreekflooding.com.
I strongly support the continuation of the Proclamation declaring a Clear Lake Hitch Emergency.
The Big Valley Rancheria reports that in 2024 they rescued 14,930 stranded hitch from Cole Creek, almost four times as many as the year prior. This year, flooding in the Cole Creek area has worsened significantly, further increasing habitat loss and jeopardizing spawning conditions for the culturally and environmentally important Clear Lake Hitch.
The declared emergency is far from over; if anything, it is getting worse. Immediate intervention is crucial to prevent potential extinction and mitigate severe ecological impacts for wildlife and residents alike. For more detailed information, photos, and ongoing updates, please visit colecreekflooding.com.
Sincerely,
Nils Caspar