In Chile, on the beach at Coronel City has thrown thousands of dead shrimp.

In Chile, on the beach at Coronel City has thrown thousands of dead shrimp.

Experts study, could change the temperature of the air and water, or oxygen levels cause distress, during which also killed hundreds of crabs. Underwater inhabitants just been washed ashore.





Local fishermen from the city of Santiago, located about 500 kilometers from the capital, have their own explanation of the situation. They accuse the power plants located nearby, using seawater as a cooling element in his work.



Fishermen say that the plants' Bokamina "1 and 2 belonging to the Chilean power company" Kolban "and plant" Santa Maria ", which is controlled by a regional company" Endesa ", may jeopardize their existence.



Others pointed out that it could be caused by the El NiƱo phenomenon, which warms the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Environmental police are gathering evidence in this area and will take statements from local fishermen and residents.

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