70+ pounds of trash and 3 baby sea turtles rescued at Mickler's Landing, Florida; public urged to report stranded turtles and assist with beach clean-up.
Strong easterly winds are bringing trash and baby sea turtles, known as "washbacks," to Mickler's Landing in St. John's County, Florida. Turtle Patrol volunteers have collected over 70 pounds of trash and rescued at least three baby turtles. They urge the public to report stranded sea turtles to their hotline at 904-370-3704 and assist with beach clean-up, emphasizing that baby turtles should not be returned to the water without help.
September 13, 2024
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