article_snippet: With spring approaching, marine experts say it's a good reminder to look after your belongings when you take to the water.
article_snippet: From plastic bags to swimming trunks to crab pots, marine life can get entangled in all manner of human debris.
article_snippet: With limited time and resources, experts can't save them all.
article_snippet: You really want to make sure you keep all your hands on your stuff," said Elizabeth Stratton, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries' assistant marine mammal stranding coordinator for the southeast region.
article_snippet: Elizabeth Stratton, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries' assistant marine mammal stranding coordinator for the southeast region feel a special responsibility in cases where an animal's health is in danger because of debris introduced by humans," said Stratton, who was involved in last week's rescue.
article_snippet: Veterinarians who reviewed The photos deemed the injuries potentially life-threatening.
article_snippet: We can't disentangle every animal," Stratton said, "but If it comes back as life-threatening, we mobilize to do disentanglement.
article_snippet: The moral of the story for humans: "Be conscious of your gear.
article_snippet: To report an injured marine mammal, call 877-WHALEHELP (877-942-5343).