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Drone delivers food to chimpanzee cut off by Florida flooding

BBC News •
November 09, 2026 • 06:03 PM
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A Florida chimpanzee sanctuary was hit by flooding leaving roads impassable and forcing staff to use a drone to deliver food to one of the animals.

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A Florida chimpanzee sanctuary that provides lifelong care for animals formerly used in research laboratories, the pet trade and the entertainment industry was hit by flooding that left roads impassable. Staff used a drone to deliver food to Kaleb, a 38-year-old chimpanzee cut off from access. The non-profit facility said despite floodwaters damaging roads, buildings and equipment, staff closely monitored and cared for the animals.

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