Pets Left Behind in Ricin Evacuation | Grand Rapids News

Ricin was detected at Tyden Lofts, triggering a full evacuation and leaving pets—including cats, dogs, and hamsters—trapped inside as hazmat crews worked. Residents like Madisen Frye and Emily Watson anxiously waited days for updates, frustrated by poor communication and uncertainty about their animals’ safety. Though officials say they’re working to retrieve the pets, pressure from residents pushed action forward. Environmental testing is ongoing, and no return date has been set—leaving everyone in a tense, emotional holding pattern as they wait for answers and reunions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.woodtv.com/news/barry-county/hazmat-teams-attempt-pet-rescues-after-ricin-exposure/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/43387ad900ad97c4 Report issues to [email protected].