Zebras block traffic in Illinois after escaping pumpkin patch

Of all of the things that might cause a traffic jam in Illinois, this was probably the least expected.

The male and female zebras escaped from a pen at Goebert’s Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard, the Associated Press reports. The animals were part of an indoor zoo exhibit.

The animals were spotted by drivers on Route 47 and near Interstate 90. Local law enforcement was eventually called to the scene to chase down the animals. Police blocked traffic in the area to prevent any cars from striking the zebras and causing injury to the animals or motorists.