January 24, 20251 yr Mammoth Madness in Phuket: Escaped Elephant Sparks Chaos This morning, an escaped elephant roamed the streets of Cherng Talay, Phuket, causing minor damage and distress. The incident began around 10 a.m. when the elephant fled its camp, tangled in scaffolding, and headed toward a local school. Panic peaked as it entered the school grounds before wading into a nearby canal. Police, locals, and the mahout worked together to safely recapture the agitated animal, returning it to Elephant Care Park. The camp manager cited a car horn as the trigger for the escape. Despite the disruption, swift action ensured no injuries and minimal damage.
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