"Big Miracle",Whale Rescue Barrow, Alaska

Kasco Marine sent equipment and personnel 312 miles north of the Arctic Circle to assist with a whale rescue in 1988. 3/4 HP circulator kept the holes open in the ice at negative 30 degrees. The whales appreciated it and Kasco was proud to work with the Inuit crews, and Alaskan wildlife officials. A Russian icebreaker arrived later to free the whales. Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Ted Danson, & Kristen Bell star in a 2012 movie release, "Big Miracle". In theaters February 3rd.
Common names: Gray Whales
Scientific Name: Eschrichtius robustus
www.de-icer.com
Blog of Whale Rescue events based on interviews with whale rescuers at http://de-icer.com/blog/

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[KascoMarine1]

Finally the blog is posted!

[KascoMarine1]

I am currently putting the finishing touches on a blog article about the story. I was able to interview both of the adventurers that brought the deicers to the rescue. I will let you know when it posts.

[132heaven]

Omg! I saw this on animal planet!

[KascoMarine1]

@132heaven The blog is finally posted with an extended film of the whale rescue.

[caroybeto4]

Yay cant wait to see the movie!!

[KascoMarine1]

@caroybeto4 The blog is finally posted with an extended film of the whale rescue.

[mell8519]

awesome story!of humanity love and great courage!

[TheFountaineer]

WOW! What a story. Your company's quick thinking and belief in your products to do the job saved those animals. Thanks so much.