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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Julia Musto

Hundreds of turtles with hypothermia are washing up along Massachusetts beaches

Hundreds of young sea turtles in critical condition from hypothermia are washing up on the shores of Massachusetts’ Cape Cod this month.

While conservationists expect what are known as “cold stunning” events as temperatures drop, this year has been particularly bad due to strong winds that are forcing more turtles toward land to escape the chilly waters with deadly repercussions.

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