More than 140 eggs found in sea turtle nest in Myrtle Beach

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WPDE/WWAY) — The first sea turtle nest in Myrtle Beach was discovered over the weekend with 143 eggs.

According to the Myrtle Beach City Government Facebook page, a person on the beach discovered fresh tracks Saturday June 2 at 55th Avenue North and reported it.

The nest was safely moved to a more secure location at Myrtle Beach State Park.

If you see sea turtle tracks or find a nest on the beach, contact Myrtle Beach State Park Ranger Ann Wilson, at 843-238-0874.