YEMASSEE, S.C. (WSAV) – The Yemassee Police Department is asking for the public's help locating monkeys that escaped in the Lowcountry on Wednesday. Officials said 43 rhesus macaques escaped at the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center located on Castle Hall Road. The center's CEO Greg Westergaard told WSAV News 3 that a worker left a door open while they were cleaning the enclosure and the primates took the opportunity to escape. None have been captured yet, but Westergarrd said the monkeys are likely to return on their own. "We want to assure the community that there is no health risk associated with these animals," Yemassee PD stated. provided by the Yemassee Police Department Should the public locate one of the escaped primates, officials said do not attempt to interact with them. Instead, call 911 immediately. Hardeeville City Council expected to approve plans for Buc-ee’s Residents are strongly advised to keep doors and windows secured to prevent the animals from entering their homes. Yemassee PD said these animals can be skittish and any additional noise or movement could hinder their safe capture. The police department, in collaboration with Alpha Genesis, has set up humane traps around the area and is using on-site thermal imaging cameras to help locate the monkeys. They said they're also working closely with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office and state agricultural and wildlife officials to manage the incident effectively and humanely. It's not the first time primates escaped from the research center. WSAV reported about a group that escaped in May 2016. Alpha Genesis Inc. provides nonhuman primate products and bio-research services worldwide, according to their website. This includes serum, plasma, whole blood, peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) and tissue samples. Westergaard said there are several thousand monkeys at the research center. This story is developing. Stick with WSAV for updates.