Two lionesses escape Nairobi National Park
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has issued a public advisory after two lionesses were reportedly seen outside Nairobi National Park.
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has issued a public advisory after two lionesses were reportedly seen outside Nairobi National Park.
In a notice on Wednesday, January 7, the agency confirmed that the situation is being closely monitored to ensure public safety.
“Two lionesses from Nairobi National Park have been sighted in the Sholinke Trading Area, approximately 8.3 km from the park boundary. Latest coordinates: 37 M 261961 UTM 9834651. KWS teams are actively managing the situation,” the notice read.
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According to KWS, rangers are already on the ground while veterinary experts are en route to ensure the safe relocation of the animals.
“KWS rangers are on site and veterinary teams are en route to safely dart, capture, and relocate the lionesses. The operation is ongoing, with public safety as the top priority,” the notice added.
KWS urged local residents to avoid the area, keep children indoors, and report any sightings immediately through official channels.
“Members of the public are urged to remain calm, avoid the area, keep children indoors, and report any sightings via Toll Free 0800 597 000 or WhatsApp 0726 610 509,” the notice concluded.
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