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Protect Alaska's Precious Marine Life
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Sponsor: The Animal Rescue Site
Increased vessel traffic harms humpback whales and other animals. Take action to protect marine species!
Alaska’s breathtaking marine wilderness is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, including majestic whales, seals, polar bears, and countless other species that make these pristine waters their habitat. Yet, a new development is threatening this natural wonder, and we urgently need your help to safeguard it.
Expanded Marine Highways
The United States Marine Highway Program (MHP) has designated new marine highway routes to improve transportation efficiency and boost economic growth1. On the surface, this expansion seems promising, but a deeper examination reveals environmental concerns that demand our immediate attention2.
Threats to Marine Life
The problem? These new marine highway routes pose a significant threat to the vulnerable and endangered species that inhabit these waters3. The delicate balance of our marine ecosystems is at risk as increased vessel traffic threatens to disrupt their habitats, cause pollution, and lead to deadly ship strikes3.
Whales, including humpbacks and bowheads, already vulnerable to vessel strikes, are at risk of further harm4. Noise pollution from ships can disrupt their communication and navigation5, while habitat disruption could have severe consequences for their survival6.
Join Us in Protecting Our Natural Heritage
The time for action is now. We, concerned citizens, along with conservation organizations, are calling on you to join our mission to protect our threatened and endangered marine life. We urge the Maritime Administration to conduct a comprehensive review of the new Marine Highway Routes, specifically M-11 in Alaska, focusing on their impacts on endangered and threatened species.
Your Voice Can Make a Difference!
By signing our petition, you are demanding that safeguards be implemented to mitigate the risks to marine life. Together, we can ensure that responsible planning and conservation efforts are at the forefront of this expansion.
Here’s What You Can Do:
- Add your name to the list of others who support this important cause.
- Share this petition with your friends, family, and colleagues, amplifying our collective impact.
- Stay informed about our progress as we work tirelessly to protect our precious marine life.
Act Now to Preserve Alaska’s Natural Beauty!
Our marine life depends on us to be their voice. Don’t let this silent threat go unchallenged.
Sign the petition, share it widely, and let the Maritime Administration know that we stand united in protecting Alaska’s remarkable ecosystems and the magnificent creatures that call them home.