Sightings across the North East of hundreds of dead crabs, lobsters and other crustaceans washed up on our region’s beaches are believed to have been caused by an algal bloom.
Environment agencies investigate the mysterious crab deaths in north-east England beaches just recently. Thousands of dead crabs and lobsters have been washing up along the Tees estuary, alarming locals and experts on what was described as 'apocalyptic'.
The Environment Agency confirmed samples had been taken from the sea creatures after the dead animals began to appear on beaches in Seaton Carew, Hartlepool, Marske and Redcar.