Parade nixed due to equine virus outbreak
By Hamilton Kahn
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CORRALES, N.M. (KOAT) — A cherished tradition scheduled for this Sunday had a last-minute cancellation out of concern for the many horses that are the focal point of the Christmas de Los Caballos Parade.
Because of an outbreak of equine herpes virus in neighboring states. With possible links to New Mexico, organizers felt there was no choice but to cancel the parade in order to protect the animals participating.
This particular strain of the virus, EHV-1, is highly contagious and can cause respiratory disease, abortions for pregnant mares, and, in some cases, a severe neurological condition known as equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy.
Christmas de Los Caballos is also the start of the Corrales Fire Department’s toy, food and clothing drive, and those who plan on attending the parade are encouraged to make donations, which can be dropped off at the village’s main Fire Station at 4920 Corrales Road.
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