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Escaped animal prompts Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to cancel event

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Onca arrived at the zoo with her late sister Salsa from the Baton Rouge Zoo. (John P. Reed/Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UPDATE: Escaped animal that prompted Jacksonville zoo to evacuate, cancel event has been found


An escaped animal has prompted the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to cancel an event on Friday, December 6.

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According to a post on X, a warthog has escaped from its enclosure.

Due to the escape, the Zoo will close for the rest of the evening until it is rescued, prompting the cancelation of the “Colors of the Wind” event.

It is yet to be confirmed if the event will be rescheduled, stay tuned to Action News Jax for more details.

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