Powys: Fishing suspended on the River Usk near Brecon

A temporary suspension has been put in place on the waterway as temperatures have left conditions dangerous for fish in the area.

In an announcement shared by Brecon Town Council, it was announced that the suspension had been enforced due to the high water temperatures.

A spokesperson for Brecon Town Council said: “Due to the current high water temperatures, fishing is temporarily suspended to help protect our fish.

“Warm water holds less oxygen, making it much harder for fish to recover after being caught.

"Even with careful handling, mortality rates increase significantly as temperatures rise.

“When fishing is permitted again, please remember to carry a thermometer and check the water temperature regularly – it can change throughout the day.

“There should be no salmon or trout fishing when the water temperature exceeds 20.0°C.

“Only fish only during the cooler parts of the day – early morning or late evening.

“Keep fish in the water at all times, avoid unnecessary handling, skip the photos, and give them plenty of time to recover before release.

“Thank you for helping to protect our fish during this period of hot weather. We will provide an update when conditions change.”