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SeaWorld staffers rescue sea lion spotted on San Diego highway
By Michael Hollan
Published January 07, 2022
Sea lions don’t belong on the road.
Crew members from SeaWorld rescued a sea lion after it somehow ended up on a busy highway in San Diego. Fortunately, the animal was successfully captured and removed from the scene without issues.
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The incident occurred this morning around 9:40 a.m., Fox 5 reports. The animal was spotted in the eastbound lane of Route 94, near the Mount Hope neighborhood.
Traffic on the highway slowed down after drivers noticed the animal.
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Crew members from nearby SeaWorld were called to the scene to help capture the animal. The workers were able to use a net to secure the animal and then move it to safety. After the workers secured the animal, it was loaded into a truck and transported to another location.
Officials aren't certain how the sea lion ended up on the highway as it is not close to the ocean.
https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/seaworld-workers-rescue-sea-lion-san-diego-highway