PETA urges pet owners to include animals in disaster plans during typhoon season
PETA emphasizes that disaster preparedness must include all family members, including their animal companions.
Here are PETA's safety tips and reminders for pet owners:
Don't leave animals behind. If evacuation becomes necessary, pets must be brought along as. Animals are helpless against floodwaters and falling debris.
Do not cage or tie up animals. Restricting their movement could prevent them from escaping in life-threatening situations.
Give animals access to higher ground. If your house has a second floor, ensure your pets can freely reach it in case of flooding.
Prepare animal emergency kit that should include: secure carriers for small animals, leashes for dogs, food and water, food bowls, towels, and familiar toys or blankets to reduce stress.
PETA also encourages citizens to stay vigilant and compassionate toward strays and abandoned animals.
If an animal is at risk, you may contact PETA at 0999 888 7382 for help.
Meanwhile, for those seeking temporary shelter and parking space due to the heavy rains brought by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), several Metro Manila malls and establishments have offered free overnight parking, WiFi, and phone charging stations to those who may need assistance.
According to the 4am bulletin of PAGASA on Tuesday, July 22, there is a Low Pressure Area (LPA 07g) inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) that has a high chance of developing into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours, while another LPA (LPA 7h) also inside PAR has a medium potential of developing into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours.
Stay safe, mga Kapuso.
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