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| /Yonhap |
Two camels at Seoul's zoo have been released from seclusion after testing negative for the virus that causes Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).
A dromedary camel and a Bactrian were allowed outside again over the weekend after the tests proved negative.
"The camel you are seeing now has been confirmed as testing negative for the MERS test, so there is no need to worry while watching this animal," says a notice on the fence at Seoul Grand Park.
Zoo officials feared the virus might spread from the zoo in Gwacheon. They kept the two camels indoors and sent samples from the animals for MERS testing at Seoul's Research Institute of Public Health & Environment.
"We understand that visitors to our zoo are now relieved, but we will continue to use disinfectant procedures at least twice a day to prevent any potential danger," an official said.
The two camels at Seoul Grand Zoo were among 44 camels that tested negative.
