18-05-2025
Activist gather for ‘Empty the Tanks' protest at Gulf World Marine Park
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – It's been nearly two months since we first told you about the backlash Gulf World Marine Park is facing due to growing concerns over their treatment of the animals.
On Saturday, a second protest was held in partnership with Empty the Tanks.
Empty the Tanks is a worldwide nonprofit dedicated to the protection of marine animals in captivity.
Members of the organization held protests across the globe last Saturday, but Panama City Beach's event was rescheduled for today due to weather.
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In the past year, Gulf World has had four dolphins die and has removed all their sea lions and seals from the property.
They are under investigation by several state agencies, including Florida Fish and Wildlife and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection but those investigations remain active.
A local animal activist says it's important to keep the movement alive for the sake of the animals still in their custody.
We have reached out to the dolphin company and Gulf World, but have not received a response.
The company is still undergoing bankruptcy hearings.
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