SAN ANTONIO — Daniel Martinez said he first noticed something fishy going on in South Side Lions Park on Monday.

He said he's a regular walker on the trail around the lake and it didn't take long to notice hundreds of vultures suddenly on the banks, and an unmistakable stench, as nature's garbage collectors worked to clean the area by eating thousands of dead fish.

"I noticed the presence of the vultures, they're generally not around in this area," Martinez said, adding "It's just very unfortunate and kind of really an unpleasant foul smell for the community."

The long-time area resident said the park is very popular for all ages, with people who like to walk, bike, fish and simply enjoy nature.

Abel Quinones, who came to fish, agreed about the allure of the setting.

"It's really nice

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