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Thursday, January 21, 2010

L.A. evacuation news: horses and small animals


L.A. County Department of Animal Care and Control is standing by with emergency evacuation locations for animal owners requiring safe refuge for their pets during round four and the most powerful of the storms currently drenching the area.  Michelle Roache, Deputy Director - Outreach and Enforcement, reports only one dog and about 6 horses have been brought in so far.  "Either people are not evacuating or have made alternate plans."  said Roache.  During the station fire, over 200 horses were evacuated. Emergency plans are firmly in place for these storms.
 

People needing to find safety for their pets  can call 661-940-4191 for information on L.A Count evacuation sites.  Two sites are currently available for horses or other livestock:              

  • Pierce College-----  6201 Winnetka Ave----- Woodland Hills
  • Antelope Valley Fairgrounds-----  2551 West Avenue H  -----   Lancaster
 Ryan Drabek, Interim Director Orange County Animal Care, reported they are not anticipating any evacuations but are prepared.  Derek would like to remind pet owners to be prepared with their pet's I.D., vaccination records, medical records and medications should the need arise.  For further information in the Orange County area, call 714-935-6848.

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