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Highway Mishap Near Virginia City Leads to Cattle Casualties and Minor Injuries

Virginia City, Mont. — A livestock trailer accident near Virginia City on Tuesday afternoon left multiple cattle dead and caused minor injuries, officials reported. The mishap occurred on Highway 287 near mile marker 13 when a truck hauling the trailer veered off the road. Emergency responders from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the scene shortly after the incident. Upon arrival, they assessed the damage and the condition of the cattle—many of whom …

Cattle Chaos: Truck Carrying 75 Calves Overturns on Highway Overpass Near Calgary

Calgary, Canada – Chaos unfolded north of Calgary late Thursday morning after a cattle truck carrying 75 calves overturned while attempting a sharp turn. The incident occurred on Highway 590’s overpass as the vehicle tried transitioning south onto the Queen Elizabeth II Highway, authorities reported. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police responded to the scene shortly after the accident. Officials confirmed that the driver, who seemingly misjudged the exit ramp’s curve, was unharmed. However, the status …

Welsh Farmer Faces Penalties for Neglecting to Report Cattle Deaths and Movements

Llandysul, Wales – A local farmer has faced financial penalties for failing to comply with regulations requiring the reporting of cattle deaths and movements. This breach raises concerns about the potential risks to animal health and biosecurity in the region. The farmer, who was fined £400 and ordered to pay additional costs, failed to notify authorities about the death of six cows and the movement of others off his farm. These are mandatory provisions under …

Deadly Cattle Robbery in South Sudan: 22 Killed, 18 Injured in Armed Attack

Juba, South Sudan – A violent attack in the eastern region of South Sudan resulted in the death of at least 22 people and left 18 others injured. The incident took place in Duk county of Jonglei state, where a group of armed men launched an attack during a cattle robbery, according to Governor Peter Latjor Chol. The armed robbers reportedly stole 7,000 cattle from a large group of herders, resulting in the death of …