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Sea Turtle Inc. expecting major rescue operation for cold-stunned turtles during Arctic blast

By: Sarah Cervera

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Sea Turtle Inc. in South Padre Island said they’re expecting a potential major rescue operation due to the freezing temperatures.

The organization told Channel 5 news they are expecting to come across hundreds of cold-stunned turtles — turtles that have been weakened when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees.

“We are preparing for a large event which could mean hundreds, up to a thousand sea turtles,” Sea Turtle Inc. CEO Wendy Knight said. 

Those who see a turtle on the Laguna Madre Bay that may need help are urged to call Sea Turtle Inc.’s emergency response line at 956-243-4361.

More ways to help are available online.

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