Animals, others affected by the environmental contingency of CDMX: zoos closed and measures announced to protect them

The critical environmental emergency situation experienced by the mexico in the last week It has touched millions of people in the capital and suburbs, but also animals living in the area.

Even the Zoo "Los Coyotes", located in Coyoacán Town Hall, south of the city, closed its facilities since May 15th. To inform the public of these closures, notices were placed in the entries of the respective parks..

Last Tuesday, the Megalopolis Environment Commission (CAME) declared a special reserve for the atmospheric environment due to high concentrations of PM2.5 and ozone and since then, they have not stopped being active.

"In order to preserve the health of guests staying in the facilities of the three zoos, It has been determined that they remain at home in their rest homes and only the exit is allowed for maintenance and cleaning activities."they said.

"All species are constantly monitored by their guardians and veterinarians. Large hostels requiring constant travel have access between their rest homes and open pens, allowing them to go out and get in when they need it."they added.