Zebra Mussel DNA Found Near Potash | Salt Lake City News

Utah’s on high alert after detecting zebra mussel DNA near Potash—no infestation yet, but officials are ramping up monitoring and outreach to stop these invasive pests from spreading further along the Colorado River. With Lake Powell already hit by quagga mussels, the discovery underscores the urgency: finding DNA doesn’t mean adult mussels are present, but it’s a warning sign. Utah has inspected thousands of boats and performed over a hundred decontaminations, pushing the “Clean, Drain, Dry” message hard—but some boaters still skip inspections or leave drain plugs in. Officials credit their 14-year streak of keeping new infestations out as a “miracle,” but this latest find proves vigilance is critical. The fate of Utah’s waterways may hinge on what boaters do before they launch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/ae31264012d3af70