13 monkeys dead after fire breaks out at Woburn Safari Park

A baby Patas monkey pictured at Woburn Safari Park
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Francesca Gillett2 January 2018

An investigation is underway after a fire broke out at Woburn Safari Park, killing 13 monkeys.

The fire broke out in the Patas monkey house in the early hours of 2 January, a park spokesman said.

None of the animals could be saved.

The park said in a statement: "Staff and Fire-Crews attended the scene, however devastatingly for everyone at the park, none of the thirteen animals could be saved.

"All other animals within the jungle drive-through enclosure are being monitored, but early signs suggest that they have not been affected.

"An investigation is under way into the cause of the fire and whilst the park will remain open, the Jungle enclosure will remain closed for investigation.

"The park is grateful to the quick response from Bedfordshire Fire Brigade, who attended with three appliances."

The fire broke out in the jungle drive-through enclosure of the park at about 2.30am.

The building was 90% damaged by the fire, firefighters said.

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