DENVER — Despite temperatures climbing into the upper 90s Sunday, visitors still flocked to the Denver Zoo, where staff have implemented extra measures to protect animals and guests from the summer heat.
The zoo says this summer has been interesting because, while they are used to high temperatures, they feel there have been more days of extreme heat, so they are preparing accordingly.
“Our two number one priorities, one is the safety and comfort of our animals, and the safety and comfort of our guests,” said Denver Zoo Spokesperson Jake Kubié. “Some of those special accommodations that we’d have to provide for animals, we’re doing it a little more often.”
Because of the high heat, Kubié told Denver7’s Tyler Melito the zoo has taken special measures for animals, including having misters in certain habitats and bringing animals indoors…