A Delaware animal shelter is facing a significant challenge as it cares for thousands of chicks that survived being left in a postal service truck for three days. The incident, which occurred at a Delaware mail distribution center, has raised questions about animal welfare and logistics within the united states Postal Service.
- 12,000 chicks abandoned in postal truck
- Thousands died before discovery
- Investigation into USPS process breakdown
- Shelter caring for surviving chicks
- Adoption efforts yield limited success
- Financial strain on animal shelter operations
Approximately 12,000 chicks were abandoned, with only a fraction surviving the ordeal. The United States Postal Service acknowledged a breakdown in their process and is currently investigating the situation. As of May 19, 2025, the First State Animal Center and SPCA has been nursing the surviving chicks back to health and is actively seeking homes for them.
This incident raises critical questions about how such a large number of animals could be neglected. The shelter is now overwhelmed, operating around the clock to care for the birds. Key points include:
- Over 2,000 chicks are still available for adoption.
- The shelter is struggling with funding and resources.
- Biosecurity concerns prevent the hatchery from reclaiming the chicks.
- Local authorities are negotiating financial support for the shelter.
