Golden Mussels Threaten Kern County Water

Tiny golden mussels from Asia are spreading fast through Kern County’s waterways, threatening pipes, farms, and homes—with one female laying a million eggs yearly. Local agencies launched the “Golden Rule Campaign” to educate residents on preventing spread: clean and drain boats thoroughly, avoid moving gear between water bodies, and report sightings. Kern County declared a State of Emergency, while lawmakers in Washington and Sacramento are pushing for millions in funding and new legislation to stop this invasive threat before it’s too late. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4dfec294b81c5b61