New York City's waterways face an alarming increase in fatal boat strikes, endangering marine life as evidenced by the recent deaths of a humpback whale and a dolphin. In 2023, boat-related fatalities reached an unprecedented peak, marking the highest number of deaths in three decades. Experts warn that the growing marine population may lead to more collisions. Since 2013, fatal incidents have surged, illustrating a troubling trend. The concern grows as more animals inhabit the waters, heightening the likelihood of vessel strikes that threaten their survival.
New York City's waterways are running red as fatal boat strikes become a growing threat to the booming marine life population.
Just weeks later, a common dolphin's battered body beached in Astoria, raising widespread concerns it was one of the popular pair that bobbed through the East River.
We are seeing more animals in our waters, which could be an indication that we're just going to have more animals that could get hit by boats.
Since 2013, however, the number of deaths has skyrocketed, with most happening in that period.
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