More than 335 wild horses removed from Nevada range
Federal land managers said they have removed more than 335 wild horses from a Northern Nevada range since a judge lifted a temporary restraining order on the emergency rescue roundups.
U.S. District Judge Larry Hicks rescinded the order on Friday after Bureau of Land Management officials said 500 horses could die of dehydration if the roundup begun weeks ago didn’t continue.
In a news release, the BLM said 142 horses were rounded up by contractors on Sunday, including 52 mares, 23 foals and 67 studs. About 250 horses were rounded up Friday and Saturday.
A total of 616 horses have been gathered. Many were suffering from starvation and dehydration. They were receiving veterinary care.