seeing that pattern come to life was so satisfying." Although methods and data varied among the studies, they consistently noted the water temperature and location where salmon were caught.

Place the fillets on the lined tray and top them with the sliced red peppers in an attractive pattern. Roast in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through.

Rachel Hager, a spokeswoman for NOAA Fisheries, said that recent ocean conditions and a strong El Niño weather pattern in the Pacific in 2024 indicate that Chinook salmon returns to the Columbia ...