The Mossel Bay Municipality has confirmed that it is aware of pilchards washing ashore along the coastline from Kanon to Boggoms Bay. Image: Facebook / Mossel Bay MunicipalityThe Mossel Bay Municipality has confirmed that it is aware of reports of pilchards washing ashore along parts of the coastline, from Kanon to Boggoms Bay. According to the municipality, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), the relevant authority in such matters, has been notified of the incident. Awaiting guidanceAt this stage, no further details have been released regarding the cause of the pilchards washing ashore. ADVERTISEMENTThe municipality that it is awaiting guidance and feedback from the DFFE, which will assess the situation and determine any necessary interventions.