Seal on Road Leads to Traffic Diversions in Dromana

A seal on Point Nepean Road in Dromana led to a temporary road closure and traffic diversions as authorities and wildlife rescuers worked to ensure the animal's safety. The seal was eventually escorted back into the water.

Incident Details

On a recent day, a seal was present on Point Nepean Road in Dromana, located on the Mornington Peninsula southeast of Melbourne. The specific location was near Anthony's Nose.

In response, Victoria Police attended the scene to direct traffic. The road was closed in both directions at one point. Orange traffic cones were placed around the seal to separate it from vehicles.

Wildlife rescuers arrived at the location and subsequently escorted the seal back into the water.

Official and Witness Accounts

"Victoria Police is directing traffic on Point Nepean Road, Dromana near Anthony's Nose, due to a live seal on the roadway." — VicTraffic alert

The incident was reported on the VicTraffic website. VicTraffic advised motorists to avoid the area and allow extra travel time.

Local resident Gen Abbott reported that she and her daughter watched the seal for over an hour. Abbott stated the seal is a regular visitor often seen along the coast, as far as Rosebud. According to Abbott, it took a couple of hours for wildlife rescuers to arrive and assist the animal.

Context of Previous Seal Encounters

Disturbances involving seals have been reported previously in communities bordering Port Phillip Bay.

• An elephant seal, referred to in some reports as Henry, has been reported in Blairgowrie and Point Lonsdale in recent years.
• A fur seal, nicknamed Grumpy in some reports, disrupted an annual regatta at Blairgowrie in December, reportedly blocking access to some boats.