Group rescues cold-stunned sea turtles in Galveston

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Thursday, November 15, 2018
Sea turtles rescued from cold weather in Galveston

GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Temperatures took a sudden drop in Texas this week, affecting not only people but animals as well.



The "Turtle Island Restoration Network" shared to Facebook an image of the cold-stunned sea turtles they rescued from the Gulf of Mexico.



The group is urging others to be on the lookout for stranded or bobbing sea turtles.



If you spot a sea turtle in need, call 866-turtle-5.

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