Panic in South Carolina, 43 monkeys escaped from a medical laboratory
Where did it happen?
This morning, in South Carolina, 43 monkeys escaped from a medical laboratory, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
Are there any risks for the population?
The authorities have decided to close some roads for security reasons, but do not consider that the escaped monkeys pose a threat to the population.
How many monkeys have been recaptured?
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department has not yet given any information on the number of monkeys that have been recaptured.
Are there serious health concerns?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not issued any health alerts or travel advisories related to the escaped monkeys.
Have any of the monkeys been found?
There is no information yet on whether any of the escaped monkeys have been found.
What is the origin of these monkeys?
No information has been provided on the origin of the 43 escaped monkeys.
Are there any risks of catching diseases?
The escaped monkeys have not been exposed to any known diseases, so there is no risk of disease transmission to humans.
