A pond turns over when the water mixes due to changes in temperature — or seasons. Oxygen is pulled out of the water creating sulfide gas, which smells like rotten eggs. The process occurs every year ...

Fish kills on small lakes and ponds can occur during summer if dissolved oxygen levels in the water crash. "It can happen on any body of water or a section of a body of water," said Eric Brinkman, ...

During winter, thick ice and heavy snow cover can result in low dissolved oxygen levels in ponds. With increasing ice and snow packs, there is less light penetration through the water column.

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Massachusetts Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is asking residents to report any winter fish kills they find at local ponds. Due to thick ice and heavy snow during the ...