100 Dolphins Stranded In Cape Cod Successfully 'Evacuated'

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The animal rescue team managed to herd 100 dolphins away from the shallow waters around Cape Cod, United States, after about 125 dolphins were stranded.

An estimated 13 dead dolphins and one must be put to death, according to the International Fund for Animal Welfare, which helps lead rescue efforts.

The non-profit organization said the incident was the largest mass stranded case they had experienced in Cape Cod for 26 years in the region.

"There is no definite reason why this dolphin was stranded," the rescue team said.

A team in Massachusetts found a group of 10 Atlantic white-sided dolphins swimming in dangerous shallow areas and the team managed to herd them into deep waters.

A second group of 25 dolphins was also found swimming near the beach near Eastham, the organization said. The team worked to lead them away during the ups and downs of the morning.

Ten dolphins died while stranded in the Herry River, Wellflat.

Niemeyer, coordinator of the marine mammal stranded network organization, said on weekends rescue teams faced many challenges on Friday, including difficult mud conditions and the spread of dolphins in large areas.

"It was a tiring 12-hour response in the sun that was relentless, but the team was able to overcome various challenges and provide the best opportunity for dolphins to survive," said Niemeyer.