Two giraffes living at a Florida wildlife park were fatally struck by lightning during a severe thunderstorm.
The Lion Country Safari in South Florida said it was"deeply saddened" by the sudden deaths of Lily and Jioni, who died during a recent severe thunderstorm, officials said Tuesday.
"Recent pathology results confirm that the giraffe[s] did pass as a result of the lightning and that the manner of their passing was instantaneous," the safari said."The keepers and our whole team were understandably devastated by this sudden and tragic loss." "Out of respect for their mourning and the pending pathology results, we waited to share this information,” the statement said. “We continue to mourn our two incredibly lovely and charismatic giraffes; they will both be sorely missed.”"I am so very sorry for your loss. It’s obvious how much love and care you provide to all the animals, this must be devastating. Thank you for all you’ve done for Lily and Jioni," one Facebook user wrote.
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