Unexplained Seal Deaths in Vorpommern Raise Concerns

Authorities continue to investigate the mysterious deaths of 35 seals, with no natural cause identified yet.

Since early October, 35 seal carcasses have been found, primarily in the southeast of Rügen.
Authorities have ruled out natural causes and bird flu as potential reasons for the deaths.
Investigations include examining potential links to local construction or fishing activities, but no evidence has been found.
Historical data shows a similar unexplained pattern of seal deaths in 2017, prompting preventive measures.
Environmental groups urge precautionary closure of fishing traps in the affected region until the cause is determined.