New Jersey’s Brigantine.The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) in New Jersey is alerting locals about a rise in sea turtle strandings on the state’s beaches as temperatures drop and water conditions cool. The condition, called “cold-stunning,” exposes sea turtles to cold water for extended periods of time, rendering them immobile and potentially fatal.
Sea Turtle Recovery (STR) and the MMSC advise beachgoers to exercise caution when on vacation. The organization suggested that even if you believe a sea turtle is dead, you should still call because cold-stunned animals can make it very difficult to determine whether they are alive or dead.
To report any sightings of sea turtles in peril, the public is urged to save the MMSC 24-hour hotline (609-266-0538) and the STR hotline (609-667-4076) on their phones. Authorities warn that trying to warm up a turtle could do further damage to the creature. Rather, they suggest contacting one of the two approved agencies and then waiting for instructions.
In a statement, the MMSC emphasized the significance of prompt action to guarantee that these endangered creatures receive the proper medical attention, saying that every call can save a life.
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