People aren't the only ones at risk from the stormy weather we're experiencing at the moment.
A local vet has warned that baby turtles are particularly vulnerable from storm surges and don't survive long if washed-up on beaches.
Dr Euan McKenzie from Falcon Vets said it's important to get them to a vet as soon as possible if you find one.
"If they're washed up and injured they struggle to get back into the sea and can dehydrate quickly," he explained.
"It's always best to get a vet check before putting them back into the water in case they have injuries or anything you can't see.
"If it's found on the beach it's probably in trouble because it should be in the water."
Not only could the animal have a physical injury or be suffering from dehydration, but most marine turtle species are unable to regulate their body temperature, so in the cold water their metabolism shuts down.
It's recommend to wrap it in a towel or place it in a container and take it to your nearest vet as soon as possible.
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Dr McKenzie is fortunate to have had firsthand experience at turtle rescuing, after he found a loggerhead turtle hatchling on a Mandurah beach last winter.
He said he wasn't sure what to do at first, which is why he's keen to get the word out to the public about what the right course of action is.
"Even as a vet, when I found the little turtle I thought, 'Oh heck, what am I going to do here?', but luckily I know people who know what to do!" Dr McKenzie said.
Seacil, as the turtle became known, had a badly damaged flipper which needed amputating.
He was sent to Perth Zoo for surgery and then to the Bunbury Dolphin Discovery Centre who operate a rehabilitation program.
"Seacil was given a monitoring device when he was released. By the time the battery on the device ran out he'd travelled over 2000km north, back to the waters he would have came from. So if they're rescued they can do very well," Dr McKenzie said.
"I'm not a turtle expert, but I know we have six types of turtles in WA waters, and most live further north; most are either endangered or certainly sensitive species which really need to be taken care of."
Dr McKenzie also wanted to allay any of the public's fears about the costs which might be involved in rescuing wildlife.
"Any wildlife, whether it's a turtle, a roo, or native bird species, we don't charge for care; in fact I don't think any vets do," he explained.
"We make an assessment and then send them to one of the local carers or wildlife groups we work with such as AWARE, Mandurah Wildlife or Healing Hands.
"If it's got a chance we give it any necessary medication for free and if it hasn't then we euthanize it as humanely as possible."
The wild winter weather is a hazard to baby turtles, but as Dr McKenzie explained, most marine life is pretty hardy and are more than able to take care of themselves.
"Storms are far less of a threat to most wildlife and marine life than fishing tackle and rubbish being left in the waterways.
He also wanted to remind people to remember their own safety when rescuing wildlife.
"Don't get yourself into trouble to save an animal," he advised. "Only retrieve it if it's safe to do so and if in doubt call the rangers or DBCA [Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions] and they'll assess the situation."
For advice on any injured native marine, fauna or birdlife call the DBCA Wildcare Helpline on 9474 9055.