BREAKING Yorkshire Wildlife Park points main replace 4 days after deadly tiger assault

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park will remain closed today (Tuesday) as investigations into the fatal tiger mauling continue. The zoo posted another update on its website, stating the business is closed while they work with authorities on site.

The park said in a pop-up on its website: “We can confirm that a serious incident has occurred on Saturday at the tiger enclosure. Our emergency response procedures were immediately activated, and emergency services attended the scene.

“The park will be closed today whilst we are working closely with the authorities. The Yorkshire Hive will remain open as usual. The safety and wellbeing of our visitors, staff and animals remain our highest priority.”

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