Zebra dies in storm at Roger Williams Park Zoo
The Roger Williams Park Zoo is saddened by the unexpected passing of one of its cherished zebras, Samantha, at the age of 24. Samantha tragically collided with a fence in her pen during a thunderstorm, leading to instantaneous death. The zoo described the incident as a heartbreaking accident in a social media post on Monday. Samantha, who had been at the zoo since 2003, was known for her gentle and reserved nature. The zoo is closely monitoring its other zebras, Tundra and Zipper, during this difficult time. Be sure to download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps for the latest news and weather updates. You can also watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or using the new 12+ smart TV app.
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