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Two wild horses died in vehicle collisions on Assateague Island this month, with a third surviving but injured — sparking urgent calls to slash the speed limit from 25 to 15 mph to protect the iconic herd. A grieving colt, whose mother was among the victims, is now being cared for by the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company and will soon rejoin the Virginia herd. Park officials note the recent deaths are unusually high, fueling advocacy from a determined “Pony Petition Lady” pushing for lower speeds and stricter enforcement. While the National Park Service hasn’t pledged a universal speed cut, they’ve confirmed traffic rules are under review — and some areas already have reduced limits. The debate rages on: how to safeguard these beloved animals from roadways without compromising public safety.

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