Mom to the rescue | A “turtly” happy tale
Jan Nieuwstraten Angel, a master naturalist and part-time West Palm resident, (and mother of RCL Host Jana Angel) along with her brother George, played a crucial role in a sea turtle rescue. While admiring turtles along the beach, they noticed one turtle become trapped in a parking lot after going over a seawall. Jan immediately called the Loggerhead Marine Center, and within 15 minutes, rescue officers arrived. The turtle was safely transported into the ocean, where it was returned after a health assessment, marking a happy ending to the night.
Local turtle resources:
REPORT AN EMERGENCY OR STRANDED TURTLE
All sea turtle-related incidents and urgent matters occurring in Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach, or Neptune Beach should be reported by calling (904) 613-6081. For emergencies outside of this area, please contact the Florida Wildlife Commission (FWC) at (888) 404-3922 (or #FWC from cell phone).
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