beyond rescue: animals in disasters - Europe

As disasters escalate in frequency and severity, they cause massive devastation. Europe is no exception. Companion animals, farm animals and wildlife are all victims when disasters strike, inflicting habitat loss, injury and death. They lack the much needed support mechanisms that human society relies on in response to disasters.  

That is why IFAW advocates the inclusion of animals and animal rescue organizations in disaster management policies and planning. In Europe, we need to scale up from personal preparedness measures to functional systems across all layers of government. 

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