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Government Shutdown Threatens Marine Life and Climate Safety
10/10/2025
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Story summary
- The U.S. government shutdown halts mammal rescue programs, endangering sea turtles and dolphins.
- NOAA's Climate Resilience Toolkit is inaccessible, hindering flood risk planning for communities.
- The Coast Guard continues operations unpaid as training and inspections are suspended.
- The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has halted renewable energy work while oil and gas permits continue processing.
