1,000+ drone violations and 12 vessel strikes involving whales investigated by British Columbia's Whale Protection Unit.
The Whale Protection Unit in British Columbia is experiencing a surge in drone violations and vessel strikes involving whales, investigating nearly 1,000 cases this year, with over 600 likely to result in violations. Reports indicate around a dozen vessel strikes, a significant increase from previous years. Under Marine Mammal Regulations, drones must stay above 1,000 feet and at least half a nautical mile from whales, while a minimum distance of 400 meters is required from killer whales.
September 26, 2024
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