Almost 1,000 Birds Died in One Night From Striking a Chicago Building
In a statement posted on Instagram, McCormick Place acknowledged the bird fatalities.
“The well-being of migratory birds is of high importance to us, and we are truly saddened by this incident,” the post stated. “We deeply appreciate our community’s concern for the welfare of birds and your engagement with our efforts to mitigate these issues, and we are in discussion with industry experts to look for better solutions to protecting our avian neighbors.”
Per the statement, lights were turned on during an event last week, but they were turned off when the building was unoccupied.
Environmentalists and bird enthusiasts across the U.S. have long advocated for more bird-friendly architecture and reduced light pollution to help migrating birds reach their destinations safely. In 2021, Illinois passed a law requiring state-owned buildings to include bird-friendly designs in new constructions and renovations. Oakland, California; New York City; and San Francisco have also adopted regulations to help reduce bird strikes. Dozens of cities across the country participate in Lights Out programs to limit light pollution and protect birds.
“The well-being of migratory birds is of high importance to us, and we are truly saddened by this incident,” the post stated. “We deeply appreciate our community’s concern for the welfare of birds and your engagement with our efforts to mitigate these issues, and we are in discussion with industry experts to look for better solutions to protecting our avian neighbors.”
Per the statement, lights were turned on during an event last week, but they were turned off when the building was unoccupied.
Environmentalists and bird enthusiasts across the U.S. have long advocated for more bird-friendly architecture and reduced light pollution to help migrating birds reach their destinations safely. In 2021, Illinois passed a law requiring state-owned buildings to include bird-friendly designs in new constructions and renovations. Oakland, California; New York City; and San Francisco have also adopted regulations to help reduce bird strikes. Dozens of cities across the country participate in Lights Out programs to limit light pollution and protect birds.
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14 October 2023
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