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A circus elephant named Viola escaped while being washed near a road in Butte, Montana, causing a traffic disruption for about 10 minutes before being safely guided back into its trailer by its trainer.
A circus elephant in Butte, Montana, was startled by a vehicle backfiring while getting a bath, causing her to break through a fence and briefly walk down a busy street, stopping traffic. Despite the incident, the elephant, named Viola, still performed in two shows later that day. Animal rights groups criticized the incident, while onlookers captured the unusual sight on their phones.
An elephant escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, causing a stir as it roamed the streets and even defecated on someone's lawn before being safely returned to the circus. The incident was captured on video and sparked a range of reactions on social media, with some expressing concern for the animal's well-being. PETA submitted a complaint to federal authorities, criticizing the circus for its treatment of the elephant and urging people not to support circuses that exploit animals.
Viola, a 58-year-old elephant with the Jordan World Circus, escaped from her handlers in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a car backfiring while getting a bath. She was captured after a brief 10-minute chase and went on to perform in the circus that evening. Animal advocacy groups PETA and PAWS criticized Viola's escape, alleging a history of abuse and involuntary servitude by the circus supplier, Carson & Barnes Circus.
An elderly elephant named Viola escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, after being spooked by a vehicle while getting a bath. The elephant roamed the streets briefly before being recaptured by circus staff without incident. This is not the first time Viola has escaped, having done so in 2010 and 2014. The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals identified the elephant and described her as "elderly." No damage or injuries were reported, and the circus continued as scheduled.
A 58-year-old Asian elephant escaped from a traveling circus in Butte, Montana, causing a stir as it walked through traffic and knocked over a fence before being corralled back to safety by its trainers. The elephant had been in a parking lot being washed ahead of a performance when a car backfired and spooked her.
An elephant from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, was captured on video roaming the streets before being safely returned to its handlers. The elephant's escapade was captured on social media and YouTube, garnering thousands of views. Before being caught, the elephant left a surprise on a local lawn and was also seen walking past a local business. The circumstances of its escape are currently being investigated.
An elephant briefly escaped from the Jordan World Circus in Butte, running loose on Harrison Avenue after being spooked by a passing vehicle's backfire while its handlers were washing it outside the civic center. The animal was safely corralled back without injury, causing a temporary traffic disruption.
The new Broadway musical "Water for Elephants" captures the romance and pathos of its source material, but the songs are underwhelming. Set in a Depression-era traveling circus, the production features a skilled ensemble and deftly integrated puppetry, but the music lacks the same impact as the rest of the show. Despite some shortcomings, the production summons a coherent theatrical universe and offers a unique take on storytelling through circus elements.
A truck carrying zebras and camels for a circus caught fire on an Indiana highway, prompting a police rescue of the animals, who were found roaming along the freeway. The officers led the animals off the smoked-filled trailer, and although the truck driver was unharmed, both officers were treated for smoke inhalation. The animals were unharmed, and another truck transported them to their destination for the weekend circus performances.
Ten circus animals, including zebras, camels, and a miniature horse, were rescued from a semi-truck fire on an Indiana highway after a state trooper and deputy, along with a circus member, managed to save them from the trailer. The driver and animals were unharmed, while the trooper and deputy were treated for smoke inhalation. The fire, caused by equipment failure, closed the highway for several hours, but multiple agencies collaborated to reopen it.
A truck carrying zebras and camels for a circus caught fire on an Indiana highway, prompting a police rescue of the animals, who were unharmed. The officers suffered smoke inhalation but were later released from the hospital. The animals were taken away by another truck, and a second truck was sent to pick them up and bring them to Fort Wayne for the weekend circus performances.
An escaped circus lion named Kimba caused panic in the Italian town of Ladispoli before being sedated and captured by authorities. Despite the scare, an animal handler assured that the lion posed no threat to people. The incident has sparked calls for a ban on live circus animals in Italy, a practice already prohibited in over 20 European countries. Ladispoli's mayor hopes the episode will raise awareness and lead to an end to animal exploitation in circuses.
A lion that escaped from a circus near Rome has been recaptured after several hours on the loose. The lion was sedated and captured by authorities, and the incident is now being investigated. Videos on social media showed the lion wandering the streets of Ladispoli before being found near a school. Animal welfare organizations hope that this incident will lead to a ban on circuses with animals.
Panic ensued in the Italian coastal town of Ladispoli as an escaped circus lion roamed the streets, prompting the mayor to urge residents to stay indoors. Videos captured the calm lion strolling through the town, while some residents were temporarily trapped in their cars. After several hours, the lion was tranquilized and recaptured by a tracking team. The mayor expressed concern over the exploitation of animals in circuses and called for an end to such practices.