The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in coordination with the New York State Department of Health (DOH), today lifted the recreational use advisory for Ischua Creek, Cattaraugus County. Water quality sampling and data collection along the creek show conditions have improved allowing for a return to normal fishing/fish consumption, boating, and swimming.
**NOTE from Joe McAdams**
Personally, I am in Ischua frequently as I hunt on Dutch Hill Rd. The impact to the wildlife is still very evident, having found several deceased mammals near the creek intact and without wounds, that even the coyotes wouldn’t touch. This is a lift on the recreational use of Ischua Creek and does not include using the water for cooking, etc. Unfortunately, our furry friends are unaware…