Well, this hardly ever happens in January but in Gulf Shores, it's a perfect day for a sea turtle release. Folks from all over were there to watch what one person called "the coolest thing going."

It is always rewarding to return sea turtles to the ocean where they belong,” said Adam Kennedy, director of rescue and rehabilitation at the New England Aquarium.

The extreme cold from last week was historic for the Panhandle. While many stayed home to stay warm, wildlife, including sea turtles, had no such option. For more News, Weather, and Sports in, Florida