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Volunteers take part in beach clean-up at Crandon Park for World Sea Turtle Day
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Volunteers took part in an annual beach clean-up for World Sea Turtle Day. Miami -Dade County Parks held its third annual clean-up at Crandon Park near Key Biscayne on Tuesday morning. Participants picked up trash left on the sand, including plastic and empty food bags. “This is my first beach cleanu
Key takeaway Miami-Dade County Parks held its third annual clean-up at Crandon Park near Key Biscayne on Tuesday morning.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami's coastal communities, such as Miami Beach and Key Biscayne, are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of pollution on sea turtles, given their proximity to nesting sites. The clean-up effort at Crandon Park is a crucial step in protecting these areas, as plastic and other debris can easily wash into the ocean and harm turtles. As the peak nesting season runs from April to October, events like this take on added significance, especially in a region where sea-level rise and flooding already pose significant threats to coastal ecosystems. The involvement of Miami-Dade County Parks in organizing the clean-up also underscores the role of local government in supporting conservation efforts, and the participation of volunteers like Roxanne Alvarez demonstrates the community's commitment to preserving Miami's natural resources for future generations.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? Volunteers took part in an annual beach clean-up for World Sea Turtle Day. Miami-Dade County Parks held its third annual clean-up at Crandon Park near Key Biscayne on Tuesday morning. Participants picked up trash left on the sand, including plastic and empty food bags. “This is my first beach cleanu
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