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Sea turtle enthusiast and activist Casey Jones addresses the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners concerning lighting ordinances and the "insufficient" way they are enforced. Photo courtesy of Nassau County
Only about 1% of sea turtle hatchlings like this one make it to adulthood. Improper lighting on beaches only adds to the hardships these tiny creatures face. Photo by Holly Dorman/News-Leader
A petition is circling urging Nassau County officials to update beach lighting ordinances, a vital tool in protecting endangered sea turtles.
Casey Jones, founder of Florida Sea Turtle Watch (which is …