Illinois City- In a shocking turn of events, an African serval has escaped from captivity and has been spotted roaming the streets of the city. In case you were wondering, an African serval is a large wild cat that can stand over two feet tall and weigh up to 40 pounds.
Residents are being urged to stay indoors and keep a sharp eye out for the wild cat. The Illinois City Police Department has issued a statement stating that if you see the serval, you should not approach it under any circumstances. Instead, residents are being advised to tremble with fear and call animal control immediately.
We caught up with the Illinois City Animal Control team who are busy trying to catch the runaway feline. They have informed us that the serval is not a dangerous animal and is actually quite friendly. Well, that’s a relief. I mean, what’s a little wild cat roaming the streets, right? No big deal.
Experts are baffled as to how the serval got loose in the first place. One theory is that the cat used its powerful claws to pick the lock and escape from its holding cell. Another theory is that the serval flew over the fence using its superhuman abilities. Okay, we made up the flying part, but you never know with these wild animals.
Word on the street is that there have been several sightings of the African serval, one of which was near a local park. The Illinois City Parks and Recreation department has announced that in light of the serval sighting, they will be canceling all future outdoor events. Sorry, folks, no more picnics or soccer games until they catch that ferocious kitty.
If you’re planning on visiting Illinois City any time soon, you might want to postpone your trip. The Illinois City Tourism Board has released a statement urging visitors to stay away until the African serval is captured. According to Lisa Johnson, the head of the tourism board, “Illinois City is a beautiful city, but we cannot guarantee your safety while the serval is on the loose. We suggest you go to the neighboring state for your vacation. They don’t have any servals there as far as we know.”
The Illinois City School District has also taken precautions in light of the serval’s escape. All schools have been closed indefinitely until the cat is captured. The superintendent of the school district, John Stevens, stated, “The safety of our students is our top priority. We cannot take any chances with a wild animal roaming around our city. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.”
In conclusion, if you live in or plan on visiting Illinois City, you may want to keep an eye out for the African serval on the loose. Remember, stay indoors, don’t approach the cat, and call animal control if you spot it. Illinois City, just another day in paradise.
