Tragedy Strikes as 8 Dolphins Wash Ashore and Die in New Jersey

Eight Common dolphins were found dead after washing ashore in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, with two already dead and the other six deteriorating rapidly. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center euthanized the six dying dolphins to prevent further suffering. The cause of their deaths is unknown, and necropsies will be conducted. Concerns have been raised among residents over the recent deaths of marine mammals on the state's beaches, including whales, with some speculating that offshore work, such as ocean floor sonar mapping, may be the cause. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has stated that all offshore wind survey activities have been deemed safe for marine mammals.