Boat Strikes Claim Manatee Lives | Mobile News

A heartbreaking double tragedy unfolded in Alabama’s waters this past weekend: two manatees died within days of each other, both victims of boat strikes. The Dauphin Island Sea Lab confirmed deep propeller wounds on the latest victim, found dead August 16th in Orange Beach, while another was injured just a day prior. Experts warn that mating manatees travel in groups, making them especially vulnerable to fast-moving vessels. Each loss is devastating—especially for healthy, reproductive individuals—and marks a troubling trend: six confirmed boat strike deaths since 2015, none recorded before that. A sobering reminder to all boaters: slow down and watch out for these gentle giants. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9278cffe7e99fcfa