US EditionAnimal Dies After Softball-Sized Hail Batters Popular Zoo
The storm damaged zoo roofs and closed the facility as staff cared for the injured rhea and assessed losses.
- On Tuesday, a severe hailstorm struck the Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield, Missouri, killing a 21-year-old emu named Adam and injuring a rhea.
- National Weather Service meteorologist Justin Titus measured 4-inch hail after the storm hit around 11 a.m., causing "significant" damage to zoo buildings.
- More than 10,100 customers lost power following the storm in Greene County; City Utilities reported outages dropped to about 4,200 within two hours.
- Springfield-Greene County Office public information officer Nicolette Zangara reported widespread damage across the region, including shattered windshields and roof damage.
- The zoo remains closed Wednesday as staff assess damage and continue recovery efforts, while the injured rhea receives ongoing veterinary care.
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Hail storm kills emu, injures another bird at Springfield zoo
A severe hail storm that moved through Springfield Tuesday left one animal dead and another injured at Dickerson Park Zoo. Zoo officials say the storm hit the north side of the city around 11 Tuesday morning. A 21-year-old emu named Adam died during the storm, while a male rhea a bird similar to a small ostrich was injured and is receiving veterinary care. Zoo spokeswoman Joey Powell said no other animals were hurt, and all staff and guests …
Hailstorm leaves Dickerson Park Zoo closed, emu dead in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Dickerson Park Zoo will remain closed Wednesday after a hailstorm caused significant damage Tuesday, April 28, killing one animal and leaving another under veterinary care. According to the zoo, no guests or staff members were injured during the storm. Zoo staff reported that a 21-year-old female emu died after the storm. A [...]
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