Dead fish washing up on Korea's east coast may be linked to tuna surge, warming seas

An unusual sequence of fish die-offs along South Korea's east coast is raising questions about whether one of the region's most productive fishing grounds is undergoing a significant ecological shift.

Officials and local media said Wednesday that hundreds of fish, including mackerel and herring, were found dead along Yeongok Beach in Gangwon Province.

Some carcasses were seen floating offshore before being pushed onto the sand by waves, leaving behind a strong odor and prompting complaints from ...