For Immediate Release:
January 8, 2018
Contact:
Brooke Rossi 202-483-7382
Ventura County, Calif. – Because flash floods threaten Ventura County and evacuations have been ordered, animals are at risk and could die when left behind during evacuations, and anyone who evacuates and intentionally abandons animals may be prosecuted.
Never leave animals outdoors, tied up, crated, caged, in hutches, or confined in any way, as they will be unable to flee rising waters. Anyone who sees animals in distress and is unable to help should note their locations and alert authorities immediately.
PETA has released a disaster-preparedness public service announcement. For more information, please visit PETA.org.
