Published 11 months ago

How Are National Zoo Animals Handling DC's "Code Purple" Air Quality?

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The Smithsonian National Zoo closed its doors today for the first time since it reopened from its pandemic closure more than two years ago. Zoo staff are closely monitoring older animals, very young animals and any animals with respiratory issues. Orangutans, western lowland gorillas, and other animals who live in the Great Ape House and Think Tank exhibit are indoors.

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How Are National Zoo Animals Handling DC's "Code Purple" Air Quality?

DC's Smithsonian National Zoo closed its doors today—for the first time since it reopened from its pandemic closure more than two years ago—as hazardous air chokes the DC area. Many Washingtonians are keeping pets indoors (and staying indoors themselves). But how are the zoo animals weathering the smoke? All animals with lungs are vulnerable to

11 months ago·Washington, United States

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