Ben Madilynn
The Oatland Island Wildlife Center, located in Savannah, is a beloved destination known for its dedication to wildlife conservation and education. Recently, the center addressed concerns regarding the safety of their wolves amid circulating rumors after Hurricane Helene.
Wildlife Center confirmed that the wolves were accounted for and safe on Facebook, calming rumors that any had escaped during the storm.
“We can assure you that every single animal remained safe and accounted for throughout the storm and during our clean up,” the post said. “No animal escaped, and no animal was injured.”
The Oatland Island Wildlife Center serves visitors and students
The Oatland Island Wildlife Center, a unit of Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools, is committed to the safety and well being of its animals.
In 1973, a local public school teacher petitioned the government to allow the Savannah-Chatham County School System to use the Oatland Island as an environmental education center, leading to its eventual transfer to the school system in 2004.
Their mission is to provide visitors with unforgettable experiences that foster a deeper connection to the natural world.
Is The Oatland Island Wildlife Center open after Hurricane Helene?
When calling the number listed on its website, it says that the center will be closed until further notice due to damage from Hurricane Helene.
What are The Oatland Island Wildlife Center’s hours of operation?
Located at 711 Sandtown Rd., this center is normally open:
This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Wolves safe at Oatland Island Wildlife Center
