- Camels and zebras were saved from a trailer fire on Interstate 69 in Marion County, Indiana.
- The animals survived the fire and were unharmed, thanks to the swift action of first responders.
- The cause of the fire is unknown, and details about the driver and destination of the trailer remain undisclosed.
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Several camels and zebras were saved from a trailer fire in Marion County, Indiana early on Saturday morning, according to the police. The trailer, carrying the animals, caught fire on Interstate 69 at around 2 a.m. local time. The cause of the fire is unknown, but authorities have confirmed that the animals survived the incident and were unharmed. Information regarding the driver of the trailer has not been disclosed.
The Grant County Sheriff’s Office praised the first responders for their swift action in rescuing the animals and for their efforts in keeping them calm. The sheriff’s office also shared details of the incident on their Facebook page. Images shared by the office show officials alongside the rescued camels, with one photo showing an officer posing with them.
Videos captured in the aftermath of the fire show the camels walking along the dark highway, while zebras were seen grazing on the grass nearby. Additionally, a photo depicts first responders working to extinguish the blazing trailer.
The exact number of animals rescued has not been specified by the police. Furthermore, it remains unclear where the trailer was headed and where the animals were taken following the rescue and fire. The interstate was temporarily closed to facilitate the rescue operation but has since reopened, as confirmed by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
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