Officials from the San Diego Humane Society and its Emergency Response Team are touring flood-affected areas to rescue animals left behind, as well as offering support to people in need.
Their efforts included going door-to-door in Southcrest, Mountain View, Logan Heights and Shelltown to provide food and resources to dozens of pet families.
On Friday, the emergency team was particularly focused on Acacia Street, between Beta and S. 39th streets.
Anyone who cannot find a pet or is left behind when evacuating should call Humane Society dispatchers, 619-299-7012 (press 1).
As of Monday, the Humane Society has also partnered with the American Red Cross to operate a temporary shelter for pets at Lincoln High School, 4777 Imperial Ave.
This shelter, staffed 24 hours a day, offers pet food and limited supplies, temporary housing for displaced pets and additional resources. There are currently 17 evacuated pets being cared for at Lincoln High, including nine dogs, seven birds and one rabbit.
For the latest emergency updates and information resources, check out the Humane Society’s online news center.
In addition, the Humane Society is volunteers and donations.
The agency requires foster families to place more pets in homes until they can be reunited with their families. The Humane Society also has an increased demand for dog food, leashes, collars and slip leads. Donate through their online Wish List.
