Beach reopens after shark attacks along Florida Panhandle leave teens injured, woman dismembered and critical

Both incidents occurred off Walton County beaches on Friday afternoon. WALTON COUNTY, Fla. — Update: On Saturday, authorities said they found a 14-foot hammerhead shark off the coast of Santa Rosa Beach. They said these sharks are common in the area. Red and purple flags were put up to warn beachgoers of the risk. The … Read more

Texas State Aquarium celebrates release of another sea turtle since January’s cold stun

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Texas State Aquarium is celebrating the release of another rehabilitated turtle! So far this year — they’ve released 283 sea turtles back into the water. She is now healthy after months of healing, following January’s cold stunning event. There are still eight turtle patients in their care — and aquarium officials … Read more