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Honolulu Zoo closed today after heavy rain causes flooding

The Honolulu Zoo will be closed today to address flooding that closed the zoo early Tuesday.

A news release from the city said the recent “heavy rain event has caused severe ponding and flooded walkways” at the zoo, which was closed at 11 a.m.

City spokesman Alexander Zannes said the zoo will be closed today to address the flooded and muddy areas in the zoo. The staff’s ability to interact with the zoo’s animals has not been affected, he said.

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