The Civil Guard and Buñol Local Police located two missing cattle around 10:30 this morning after a truck carrying forty bulls and cows overturned yesterday at the road junction near the town’s slaughterhouse. Local authorities confirmed that two cattle were found close to the crash site, less than 500 meters away, tucked into a corner among fields where carob and almond trees dot the El Llano industrial area. This update comes as a relief to residents and officials who had been monitoring the area since the incident occurred.
The search for the missing animals continued from yesterday afternoon. Buñol, along with the neighboring municipalities of Alborache and Yátova, issued public alerts via social networks. The notices, circulated under Civil Guard guidance, urged residents to remain calm and to contact authorities if any cattle were observed. The Civil Guard protocol 062 and local emergency services were highlighted for immediate intervention, and the Generalitat Emergency number 112 was advised for urgent coordination in case of further developments [Source: Civil Guard and Buñol Local Police statements].
“They are in good condition”
According to local authorities, the two cattle are in good health but appear frightened and have taken shelter in dense shrubbery, making detection difficult. They are under control and awaiting transport to the designated facility, where they had been headed before the accident occurred. The final destination remains the slaughterhouse, where they were expected to be taken prior to the incident and where animal welfare considerations are being prioritized during the ongoing recovery process [Civil Guard briefing].
Warning issued by three municipalities
The joint message from Buñol, Alborache and Yátova emphasized that most cattle have been recovered, yet two remain missing. Civil Guard representatives urged the public to exercise caution, noting that frightened animals can behave unpredictably. Residents were asked to report any sighting to 062 immediately and to avoid approaching the animals in the field. The communities underscored the importance of safety and cooperation as authorities coordinate a safe resolution to the situation [Municipal notices and Civil Guard advisories].
In Buñol, known for its world famous festival traditions, residents were reminded to stay alert. Officials explained that two bulls escaped from the truck involved in the incident near the town and requested anyone who spots them to contact authorities right away. Contact details for the Buñol Local Police and the Civil Guard station were shared to facilitate rapid reporting. Local leaders urged residents to assist with care and safety while the animals are located, highlighting the broader aim of maintaining public order during the festival season [Local government communications].
Yátova’s town hall also issued guidance the previous day, explaining that two cattle had escaped due to the overturned truck. The statement advised anyone with information to call 062 and to help locate the animals as the search continued. Civil Guards confirmed that any sightings or tips should be directed to the same emergency line, reinforcing a coordinated regional effort [Yátova municipal advisory].
With the combined effort of the three municipalities, most animals have been recovered and relocated away from the crash site. The remaining cattle continue to be tracked by authorities, while the majority of the herd is now accounted for and under guidance to ensure a safe and orderly return to normal activity in the area [Official updates from Civil Guard authorities].
Residents and visitors in the Buñol region can take comfort in the ongoing oversight by local police, Civil Guard patrols, and emergency responders. The coordinated response reflects a careful balance between animal welfare and public safety as the community navigates the aftermath of the road accident and the wider festive period in Buñol and neighboring towns [Public safety briefings].