WORLD WORLDWIDE US USA FLORIDA - ANIMALS - Network for Animals - Worst storm in 100 years hits southeastern US, leaving animals in crisis

 

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Dear friends, Millions of people are fleeing Florida in the United States as a terrifying storm heads directly towards them. Just two weeks after Helene, Hurricane Milton is targeting Florida’s Gulf Coast, impacting states along the eastern coast as it moves inland. But as officials focus on evacuating people, animals are being left to fend for themselves amid torrential rains and destructive 165mph (270kph) winds.. If you don’t get out, “you are going to die,” warns Tampa Mayor as Hurricane Milton approaches. Yet despite the danger, brave animal-lovers are staying behind to protect thousands of animals who cannot escape. Credit: Martin Zetina/AP Larger organizations have robust disaster plans in place, with evacuation routes for animals that can be moved and hurricane-proof shelters for those that can’t. But for smaller shelters that rely on public donations, the situation is dire. Shelter workers are scrambling to evacuate as many animals as they can – a frustrating task because highways are clogged and gas stations are running dry. For many animals, the reality is they will have to weather the storm alone. Your donations have the power to save the lives of animals in their time of need. With so much destruction and so many lives at risk, funds are critically needed to provide emergency relief. Please donate now We have a proud record of being there for the animals in dangerous situations and we partner with organizations all over the world. As the Category 5 storm wreaks havoc, we are ready to help save animal lives. Please support our disaster relief efforts so that we can leap into action, channeling aid to those who need it most. Credit: X/@CL4WS_OUT Emergency relief sites are providing relative safety and support for animals who cannot escape, but supplies are running dangerously low. There is a constant need for temporary enclosures, crates, blankets, towels, collars, pet food and water, as well as transport to get the animals out of disaster zones. Shelters in the hurricane’s path face the real risk of their food and medicine supplies being wiped out as the storm rages, leaving countless animals sick and hungry in the aftermath of the destruction. During natural disasters of this magnitude, terrified pets often flee in the confusion, falling victim to the chaos of the storm. Our partners on the ground are committed to rescuing as many as they can, but they desperately need funds to support their life-saving disaster relief efforts.  This is a time when animals really need your help. Credit: X/@MadisonKittay Please donate now Your donations will directly impact the animal victims of this unprecedented natural disaster. Please, give as generously as you can as soon as possible so we can rush emergency funds to the brave heroes saving animals amidst the chaos.  For the animals, Gloria Davies (and Max and Flora!) CEO and Founder Network for Animals P.S. Animals facing the worst storm in a century need our help. Can they count on you? Banner credit: NOAA Click here to leave a legacy in Brian's memory. Subscribe to our newsletter!