The authorities estimate the total cost of destruction of one million dollars.

On April 16, a herd of 15 elephants decided to leave the reserve to the north, destroying everything along the way. At the end of May, they drained the water tank, and the inhabitants of the Chinese villages said that the elephants ate all the corn from the fields and broke some buildings. It is reported by CCTV.
Why the Asian elephants protected in China decided to migrate is unclear. Their travel is monitored by the authorities that mobilized hundreds of people to ensure public security. Locals are trying to direct animals with food and block them with trucks.
The total cost of destruction from the herd is estimated at 1.07 million dollars, there are so far no victims. In total, in China there are 300 individuals of Asian elephants.

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