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Please Be Cautious Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begin April 1, 2012
If you are walking or driving on the beach at Padre Island National Seashore or elsewhere on the Texas coast, here is a great way that you can help save sea turtles. More »
Fire Use Restriction Announced For Padre Island National Seashore
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Contact: William Botts, 361-949-8068
Superintendent Joe
Escoto has issued a burn ban for Padre Island National Seashore. All sizes of campfires
are prohibited. The
burn ban was issued due to a combination of drought conditions and high wind
speeds. In order to prevent the spread of unplanned wildfires, only charcoal
and gas grills are permitted. Charcoal grilling is permitted as long as it is in an enclosed
container. Care should be taken to see that hot coals are completely
extinguished and properly disposed of. The Corpus Christi area
has received very little rainfall in recent weeks. Park managers enacted the
fire restriction for public safety due to the extreme fire danger and large
quantities of dry fuels. This restriction will remain in effect until the park
receives a measurable amount of rain or |
Did You Know?
The white-tailed deer on the island are not considered the island's largest native mammal, because they are believed to come across the Laguna Madre from the mainland? Coyotes are considered the island's largest native mammal. More...