Rescue Helpless Pets Left Abandoned in Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Wake
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Thousands of pets are trapped in flooded shelters, desperate for food and care. These animals are on the brink of disaster—pledge to help save their lives!
Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm, unleashing sustained winds of 140 mph and a storm surge reaching 20 feet1. The catastrophic storm tore through the southeastern United States, devastating communities in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, and beyond. Seven states declared states of emergency, and entire neighborhoods were wiped off the map. Over 190 lives have been lost, and the devastation continues to mount2.
Animal Shelters in Crisis
Animal shelters across the Southeast are struggling to cope with the aftermath of Helene. Flooded facilities, power outages, and destroyed infrastructure have left shelters unable to care for the influx of displaced pets. In North Carolina, shelters like Brother Wolf Animal Rescue were completely destroyed by floodwaters, forcing the evacuation of 50 animals to the Humane Society of Charlotte3. Similarly, Homeward Trails Animal Rescue in the DMV area took in over 90 dogs and cats from impacted shelters, providing temporary homes amid ongoing chaos4.
Ongoing Rescue Efforts
Rescue organizations are working around the clock to save as many animals as possible. The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has been instrumental in transporting adoptable animals from Tennessee shelters to Maryland, freeing up space for more displaced pets5. GreaterGood is actively distributing essential supplies, including pet food, medication, and hygiene kits, to shelters in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. Their efforts ensure that animals receive the necessary care despite the overwhelming conditions.
Immediate Needs and How You Can Help
The need for support is urgent. Shelters are running low on essential supplies and require immediate donations to continue their lifesaving work.
Your support can make a significant difference. By donating to Greater Good Charities' disaster relief efforts efforts, you help provide the necessary resources to care for displaced animals and support shelters in rebuilding their operations. Additionally, fostering a pet can create more space in shelters, allowing for the rescue of even more animals in need.
Sign the Pledge to Make a Difference
Time is critical. These shelters need immediate assistance to recover and continue their vital work.
Sign the pledge now to pledge your support for animal shelters devastated by Hurricane Helene. Your action can help ensure that no animal is left behind in this crisis and that shelters have the resources they need to rebuild and provide care for all animals affected by the storm.
- Rebecca Turco, CBS Austin (2 October 2024), "DMV Animal Rescue Takes in Dogs, Cats from Helene-Impacted Shelters."
- NBC News (2 October 2024), "Helene aftermath: Biden directs up to 1,000 soldiers to assist in aid efforts; 190 dead in storm aftermath."
- Erica Lunsford, WBTV (2 October 2024), "Nearly 50 Animals Evacuated from Asheville to Charlotte After Flooding from Helene Damaged Shelter."
- Humane Society of the United States (2 October 2024), "Helping Communities and Animals After Hurricane Helene."
- ASPCA (1 October 2024), "ASPCA Deploys to Assist in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene."
The Pledge:
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, countless animals and the shelters caring for them are in desperate need of our help. I pledge to stand with animal shelters across the Southeast that have been devastated by this catastrophic storm. Together, we can ensure that vulnerable pets receive the care, shelter, and supplies they need to survive and recover.
Actions to Support Animal Shelters in Need:
- Donate Essential Supplies: Contribute to organizations like Greater Good Charities in providing pet food, medicine, and hygiene kits for shelters overwhelmed by the storm’s destruction.
- Foster Displaced Animals: Open your home to a pet in need, giving shelters more space to rescue and care for additional displaced animals.
- Volunteer Locally: If you live near the affected areas, offer your time to help with shelter clean-up, feeding animals, or providing temporary care for pets.
- Raise Awareness: Share information on social media about the needs of animal shelters and how others can get involved. Your voice can amplify the cause and inspire others to help.
- Advocate for Disaster Preparedness: Encourage your community to create disaster preparedness plans that include pets, and support shelters in building stronger infrastructure to better withstand future natural disasters.
By taking these actions, I can make a lasting impact on the lives of animals and shelter workers facing unimaginable challenges. Together, we can ensure that these shelters not only recover but are better equipped to handle future crises, creating a safer, more secure future for animals in need.
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