Recent Quotes View Full List My Watchlist Create Watchlist Indicators DJI Nasdaq Composite SPX Gold Crude Oil EL&P Market Index Markets Stocks ETFs Tools Overview News Currencies International Treasuries Moose euthanized after wandering onto Connecticut airport, officials say By: FOXNews.com June 11, 2023 at 12:34 PM EDT Environmental officials in Connecticut euthanized the moose out of an abundance of caution after the animal was spotted at Bradley International Airport. A moose that wandered onto the grounds of a major airport in Connecticut on Friday was killed by environmental officials over safety concerns.The moose was seen walking along a road at Bradley International Airport, which caused concern for air travelers and drivers along the nearby Route 20 highway, the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) said in a statement."When moose are roaming in high-traffic areas such as airports and public roadways it can be a public safety concern and both DEEP and airport staff are authorized to euthanize a moose if deemed necessary," DEEP spokesman James Fowler said in the statement.Officials said that while the moose had entered the airport grounds, the animal never made it through the perimeter fence surrounding the runways, and no flights were affected. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEN ‘HARASSING’ BISON CALF AT GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKIt remains unclear why officials were unable to move the animal to a safe location.The DEEP estimates there are between 100-150 moose in Connecticut.COWS MOB FEMALE JOGGER IN LATEST VIOLENT STAMPEDEAirport officials constantly monitor threats from wildlife in the area and "have comprehensive strategies to ensure that the airport is prepared to handle any wildlife-related situations," airport spokeswoman Alisa Sisic told the Associated Press.Bradley International Airport is New England’s second-largest airport, behind only Logan in Boston, and serves Connecticut and western Massachusetts.The Associated Press contributed to this report. Related Stocks: Fancamp Exploration Ltd Data & News supplied by www.cloudquote.io Stock quotes supplied by Barchart Quotes delayed at least 20 minutes. By accessing this page, you agree to the following Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
Moose euthanized after wandering onto Connecticut airport, officials say By: FOXNews.com June 11, 2023 at 12:34 PM EDT Environmental officials in Connecticut euthanized the moose out of an abundance of caution after the animal was spotted at Bradley International Airport. A moose that wandered onto the grounds of a major airport in Connecticut on Friday was killed by environmental officials over safety concerns.The moose was seen walking along a road at Bradley International Airport, which caused concern for air travelers and drivers along the nearby Route 20 highway, the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) said in a statement."When moose are roaming in high-traffic areas such as airports and public roadways it can be a public safety concern and both DEEP and airport staff are authorized to euthanize a moose if deemed necessary," DEEP spokesman James Fowler said in the statement.Officials said that while the moose had entered the airport grounds, the animal never made it through the perimeter fence surrounding the runways, and no flights were affected. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEN ‘HARASSING’ BISON CALF AT GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKIt remains unclear why officials were unable to move the animal to a safe location.The DEEP estimates there are between 100-150 moose in Connecticut.COWS MOB FEMALE JOGGER IN LATEST VIOLENT STAMPEDEAirport officials constantly monitor threats from wildlife in the area and "have comprehensive strategies to ensure that the airport is prepared to handle any wildlife-related situations," airport spokeswoman Alisa Sisic told the Associated Press.Bradley International Airport is New England’s second-largest airport, behind only Logan in Boston, and serves Connecticut and western Massachusetts.The Associated Press contributed to this report. Related Stocks: Fancamp Exploration Ltd