LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Wildlife experts say historic floodwaters have left some animals displaced.

Tuesday, the Louisville Metro Police Department responded to a call at the Chestnut Street YMCA where they say they met the subject with a “deer in the headlight look.”

Officers helped the animal exit the building safely.

Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary in Meade county said the recent flooding can cause animals to be in places where you might not typically see them.

“They are seeking dry, safe shelter. The places they are used to being are full of water. They tend to end up in cities and neighborhoods, things like that. Hopefully people understand that,” said Christy Hurt, a wildlife rehabilitator for Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary.

Hurt said like people, animals have been highly affected by rising waters.

“They’re going to be limited on where they can forage. Which is what they usually do for themselves and their babies…These animals, these wildlife animals, will be searching for dry safe places to remake their homes,” said Hurt.

She asks that people have patience with animals while they are searching for new homes.

“Right now in Kentucky, with all the flooding, those places in Kentucky are cut in half. So they are going to be seeking out these places and it might even be in your yard. We want everybody to be mindful and love these guys. They are not out there to threaten and destroy anything. They are just trying to make themselves happy, just like we do,” said Hurt.

Broadbent Wildlife Sanctuary said it is ready to help displaced animals. They ask anyone seeing animals who are hurt or need help, to call (270) 547-4200.