Dead and dying sardines have been found washed ashore along parts of the Western Cape over the past few weeks, prompting public concern about the cause of the mortality event.
The City of Cape Town responds to those concerns by stating there is no connection between the die-off and pollution in the Milnerton Lagoon. The City says it is investigating the reasons behind the sardine deaths while reassuring residents that Milnerton Lagoon contamination is not the source of the problem.
While media reports note the broader anxiety among residents, they all reflect the same core message from the municipality: investigations continue, but the City has ruled out a link to Milnerton Lagoon pollution at this stage. The accounts do not present evidence of other specific causes, focusing instead on the City’s clarification amid ongoing inquiries.
