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Megan Wiltsie 202-483-7382
Norfolk, Va. – As a result of Virginia Seashore has issued a state of emergency and evacuation orders have been issued in Chincoteague, animals may die if left exterior or left behind throughout floods.
By no means go away animals outside, tied up, crated, caged, in hutches, or confined in another method, as they are going to be unable to flee rising waters. Anybody who sees animals in misery and is unable to assist ought to notice their areas and alert authorities instantly.
Anybody who evacuates and deliberately abandons animals to fend for themselves could also be prosecuted.
PETA has launched a pure catastrophe–preparedness PSA that includes Dean Winters. It’ll remind everybody to make plans to make sure the protection of their animal companions. For extra data, please go to PETA.org or comply with us on Twitter, Fb, or Instagram.
