A new initiative is promoting slower boat speeds around Maui waters during peak humpback whale season to protect both marine life and ensure boater safety. The campaign comes as winter brings the highest concentration of kohola (humpback whales) to Hawaiian waters.
- Peak humpback whale season is currently underway in Maui waters, bringing increased risk of boat-whale encounters
- The ‘Go Slow Whales Below’ campaign encourages boaters to reduce speeds to protect whales and prevent dangerous collisions
- Winter months see the highest concentration of kohola around Maui as they migrate to Hawaiian waters for breeding and calving
- Both recreational boaters and commercial operators are being urged to participate in the safety initiative
- Slower boat speeds give both whales and boaters more time to react and avoid potentially fatal encounters
Source: Maui Now
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