Thirsty Turtle's Risky Stroll Ends Well in Endwell, New York

A small turtle was able to avoid several vehicles during a morning adventure in the town of Union.

The relatively small reptile was observed crossing a busy section of Hayes Avenue in Endwell around 8 a.m. Tuesday.

A turtle crossing the road in Endwell near a BAE Systems building on July 29, 2025. (Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News)

The nameless turtle appeared oblivious to the cars and trucks that were zipping between North Street and Watson Boulevard.

A news reporter driving to work spotted the creature and pulled over to provide some assistance to avert a potential interaction with a vehicle.

The turtle appeared to be in no hurry to get to the other side of the roadway. (Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News)

Traffic stopped briefly as the turtle was offered gentle encouragement to move from the roadway.

The driver of a construction vehicle who witnessed the situation said "He wants water!"

A small creek runs under Hayes Avenue near a BAE Systems facility in Endwell. (Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News)

The turtle successfully arrived in a grassy area near the BAE Systems Power and Propulsion Solutions headquarters at the Huron Campus. It was last seen heading toward Brixius Creek, which is located on the north side of the BAE Systems complex.

A man who works at the facility said more turtles than usual have been seen at the site in recent weeks. He said a colleague had rescued a large turtle from the nearby railroad tracks a few days ago.

WNBF NEWS VIDEO: This is what happened on Hayes Avenue on July 29, 2025.

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