Amid salmon crash, Alaska’s Yukon River residents say a new pact with Canada leaves them behind

Alaska Public Media·Mar 19

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A decline in salmon populations in the Yukon River has led to concerns among Alaska residents. The cause of the decline is uncertain, with possible factors including climate change and fishing practices. Residents and tribes are seeking greater control over management of the river and its fisheries, with some expressing dissatisfaction with current agreements and regulations.

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