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From: Kinship Circle - kinshipcircle [at] accessus.net
Date: Feb 9, 2008 1:28 AM
Subject: [GLOBAL] Tornado Tragedy For Tenn. Animals

KINSHIP CIRCLE ANIMAL DISASTER RELIEF - PERMISSION TO CROSS-POST
www.kinshipcircle.org/disasters/

RELIEF GLOBAL
2/8/08: Help Animals Displaced In Tennessee Tornadoes

VIDEO: Animals Roam Neighborhood After Storms
www.wsmv.com/video/15238559/index.html

IN THIS ALERT:

1. Deadly Tornados: 50+ People Killed…
2. How To Help Animals Displaced In Tornadoes
3. Help “Brown Dog” Raise Funds For Victims
4. “On The Fifth Day” Sanctuary Seeks Help
5. Cassitilly Lost Everything. Can You Help Her?
6. Disaster Response From National Groups

KINSHIP CIRCLE has only been able to find information on disaster aid for animals in TENNESSEE, the hardest hit of five tornado states. Anyone with verified information on supply/donation/volunteer needs in other tornado states, please send to: kinshipcircle [at] accessus.net

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1. Deadly Tornados: 50+ People Killed…

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PHOTOS: (LT) www.cfmt.org/index.php
(RT) A dog sniffs debris from tornado in Castalian Springs, Tenn.

TORNADO OVERVIEW / COUNTIES & TOWNS HARDEST HIT
— TENNESSEE: Jackson * Memphis * Macon County * Sumner County * Hardin County * Fayette County…
— ARKANSAS: Atkins * Conway County and communities of Clinton and Gassville…
— ALABAMA: Walker County * Lawrence Country + more counties northwest of Birmingham, AL…
— MISSISSIPPI: Oxford * Jackson * Desoto County * Southaven…
— KENTUCKY: Greenville (western Kentucky)…

READ ABOUT TORNADOS THAT RIPPED THROUGH SOUTH

(AP) — Crews went door-to-door (2/6/08) searching debris for more victims of deadly tornadoes that ripped the roof off a shopping mall, pummeled mobile homes and blew apart warehouses as they tore across five states…

Tornados visited southern states…Dozens have been killed.
www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,329267,00.html

Tornadoes Rip Through South, Killing 47
www.livescience.com/environment/080206-ap-south-tornadoes.html

Dozens killed as tornados slam into southern U.S. States
news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/06/content_7578982.htm

Southern residents assess tornado damage
news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080206/ap_on_re_us/severe_weather

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2. How To Help Animals Displaced In Tornadoes

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PHOTO: www.network.bestfriends.org/rapidresponse/news/22685.html

BACKGROUND (edited for length):

2/8/08, From Nashville PAW: Devastating tornadoes that swept through the South have left many people and animals homeless in their wake. Tennessee was hardest hit among five states affected by the storm, claiming 31 human fatalities… Volunteers have worked around the clock to search for and rescue animals displaced by the storm, and they need your help…

NASHVILLE HUMANE ASSOCIATION (NHA):

Nashville Humane Association has set up its mobile animal care unit outside the Lafayette National Guard Armory (Lafayette, TN). Teams continue to rescue pets and livestock from storm-ravaged Macon County and take them to shelters in Lafayette and Lebanon.

DONATE MONEY/SUPPLIES TO NHA DISASTER EFFORTS:
- BY PHONE: 615-352-1010
- ONLINE: www.NashvilleHumane.org
- SUPPLIES: Nashville Humane Association
213 Oceola Avenue * Nashville, TN 37209

TN EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUND

Click “Make A Gift” And Designate Your Gift To ANIMALS

Money goes to counties affected by Tuesday’s tornado, in particular, Macon County. Money left over is kept for next animal-related disaster.

DONATE MONEY/SUPPLIES DESIGNATED FOR ANIMALS:
- ONLINE: www.cfmt.org/index.php
- BY PHONE: 615-321-4939 or toll-free 1-888-540-5200
- BY MAIL: The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
PO Box 440225 * Nashville, TN 37244 (For ANIMAL RELIEF)
- IN-KIND DONATIONS (pet food, hay, etc.) CONTACT:
TEMA Donations Management desk: 615-741-3471

HUMANE ASSOCIATION OF WILSON COUNTY (HAWC):

Humane Association of Wilson County (HAWC) is also assisting with housing displaced pets and needs donations for their disaster response program.

DONATE TO HAWC DISASTER EFFORTS:
- BY PHONE: 615-444-1144
- ONLINE: www.HAWConline.com
- BY MAIL: Humane Association of Wilson County
PO Box 247 * Lebanon, TN 37088-0247
(shelter is located on Jim Draper Boulevard)

DONATE LEASHES, COLLARS, CRATES, DOG & CAT FOOD:
CONTACT: Wilson County, 615-444-8799, ext. 123

DONATE HAY, FEED, OTHER FARM ANIMAL SUPPLIES:
CONTACT: Macon County emergency officials, 615-666-9364

PHOTO: www.wsmv.com * Fairview, Tenn. in Williamson County

WILSON COUNTY DISASTER ANIMAL RESPONSE TEAM (WEMA):

SUPPLIES NEEDED:
collars and leashes * pet crates
axes and pry bars to help search for pets and livestock in Macon County

VOLUNTEER:
In addition to full DART members, we are seeking volunteers able to assist with animal feeding, walking, and basic needs care during disasters. If interested, contact us so we can get you signed up with our team! No previous experience is required, we will provide training for you.
www.wemadart.com
WEMA 110 Oak Street * Lebanon, TN 37087
wemadart [at] gmail.com * 615-444-8799, ext. 123

SOURCE OF INFORMATION:
www.network.bestfriends.org/MessageBoards/TopicPopup.aspx?g=fc61f295057a4847ab67fdd28f887455&t=20479
www.network.bestfriends.org/MessageBoards/TopicPopup.aspx?g=fc61f295057a4847ab67fdd28f887455&t=20471

PETS AND ANIMALS NEED HELP, TOO
www.tennessean.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=200880207007

ADDITIONAL RESEARCH…

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3. Help “Brown Dog” Raise Funds For Victims

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ALERT FROM / REPLY TO:
Carol Smock/Brown Dog Foundation, carol [at] browndogfoundation.org

BACKGROUND:

Tuesday night was a difficult evening for Tennessee residents. Many families lost their homes and are relying on public shelters. This means that several family pets may have also become displaced, or may have been injured and require care that the family will have difficulty providing. Brown Dog Foundation is sponsoring an Emergency Donation Drive to raise funds to help these families and their pets bounce back from this unexpected devastation.

DONATION DRIVE TO AID ANIMALS DISPLACED BY TENNESSEE TORNADOES:

Every dollar you donate to provide emergency assistance:
Life-Saving Vet Care * Life-Sustaining Medications * Emergency Shelter Fees

- ONLINE: www.browndogfoundation.org/donations
- BY MAIL: Disaster Relief - TN / Brown Dog Foundation
3715 Brighton Road * Nashville, TN 37025

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4. “On The Fifth Day” Sanctuary Seeks Help

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ALERT FROM / REPLY TO:
Jen Hilsher, Director, 615-233-5398 * jenghilsher [at] onthefifthday.org

BACKGROUND:

On The Fifth Day (Animal Sanctuary) Helps Animal Tornado Victims and Asks for Public Help — Murfreesboro, TN, 2/8/08: On The Fifth Day, a 501(c)3 no-kill home for abused and homeless animals, travels to Macon County on Saturday, 2/9/08, to help lost and stray animals affected by the tornadoes. With Sumner County Humane Society, volunteers and members of the sanctuary will look for collars and ID’s hoping to reunite pets and guardians.

Petco in The Avenue at Exit 76 off I-24 — 2615 Medical Center Parkway — will be the drop-off point for the public to take or purchase (at the location) dog and cat food for the mission. The sanctuary is also requesting bottled water in large quantities.

“These animals have been dazed and confused for several days and basic necessities are essential now just to sustain life. Then, we can commence finding homes, fosters, and hopefully reuniting pets with guardians,” said Founder Jen Flatt Hilsher.

TO LEARN ABOUT THE SANCTUARY, GET INVOLVED, DONATE:
www.onthefifthday.org
Jen Hilsher, Director, 615-233-5398 * jenghilsher [at] onthefifthday.org
DONATE BY MAIL: On The Fifth Day
Post Office Box 10987 * Murfreesboro, TN 37129-5137

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5. Cassitilly Lost Everything. Can You Help Her?

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ALERT FROM / REPLY TO:
www.network.bestfriends.org/MessageBoards/TopicPopup.aspx?g=fc61f295057a4847ab67fdd28f887455&t=20479
Elm Hill Vet Clinic, 615-885-0813, www.elmhillvet.com/

CASSITILLY’S STORY:

Like many pets, Cassitilly was injured when a tornado ripped through Castillian Springs in Sumner County. Fortunately, Connie McKenzie, a freelance photographer, heard her cries on Wednesday afternoon. The cat’s rear leg was trapped under a fallen tree.

With the help of Chris Achord of The Cat Shoppe in Berry Hill, Cassitilly was taken to Elm Hill Vet Clinic, where it was discovered her rear foot was broken. Cassitilly’s guardian suffered a broken back as well. Currently in the hospital, the guardian has been forced to make the tough decision to give up Cassitilly, as she may no longer be able to care for her.

The Cat Shoppe has agreed to care for Cassitilly and to find her a new loving forever home. But before that can happen, Cassitilly requires an extensive orthopedic surgery estimated at $1,600.

DONATE TO CASSITILLY’S SURGERY FUND, CARE OF:
- MAIL: Elm Hill Vet Clinic * 2733 Old Elm Hill Pike * Nashville, TN 37214
Indicate “Cassitilly’s Fund” in the check memo
- BY PHONE: 615-885-0813

Brown Dog Foundation is also accepting donations animal disaster relief medical care. Founder Carol Smock says if Cassitilly’s medical expenses exceed donations to the clinic, Brown Dog will provide remaining funds for her care. If funds are indeed met by the community, Brown Dog will allocate their disaster relief donations to help other animal victims in need.

- ONLINE: www.browndogfoundation.org/donations
- BY MAIL: Disaster Relief - TN / Brown Dog Foundation
3715 Brighton Road * Nashville, TN 37025

THOSE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING CASSITILLY:
CONTACT: Chris, The Cat Shoppe: 615-297-7877
Cat Shoppe, catshoppedogstore.com/
2824 Bransford Ave, Nashville, TN 37204

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6. Disaster Response From National Groups, 2/8/08

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NOAH’S WISH
www.noahswish.info/CurrentRecentDisasters/
Update Friday, February 8, 2008
Region 7 & 8 have been placed on alert for possible deployment to Macon County, Tennessee. Noah’s Wish Coordinator, Michele Lee, will meet with Macon County Emergency Management personnel Saturday morning to officially assess the communities needs in the aftermath of the worst tornado outbreak in over 20 years. At that time a decision will be made on deployment.

EARS (Emergency Animal Rescue Services)
www.uan.org/index.cfm?navId=38
United Animal Nations EARS rep for Tennessee, Chandra Davis is assessing situation and has begun posting details and requesting information in the Tennessee community of Best Friends. Continuing posts found here:
www.network.bestfriends.org/MessageBoards/Forum.aspx?g=fc61f295057a4847ab67fdd28f887455&f=1907

CONTACT CHANDRA WITH ANY UPDATES:
Chandra L. Davis, TN State Coordinator
Emergency Animal Rescue Services/ UAN
TN DART * P.A.W.S. TN
731-624-0061 * earstn [at] yahoo.com

From Chandra Davis UAN Ears TN Coordinator — I am checking on the status of all the areas in which we serve. Please contact me directly if there is a Animal Related Emergency and EARS or DART is needed.

Best Friends Rapid Response
network.bestfriends.org/rapidresponse/news
network.bestfriends.org/rapidresponse/news/22685.html
Best Friends Rapid Response Team is assessing the situation to determine if deployment is needed, or if aid should be directed to local resources.

HSUS Disaster Center
www.hsus.org/hsus_field/hsus_disaster_center/
www.hsus.org/press_and_publications/press_releases/
No information regarding Southern tornadoes as of 2/8/08

KAT 5 Animal Rescue
network.bestfriends.com/kat5/news/
972-898-3300 * kat5animalrescue [at] yahoo.com
No information regarding Southern tornadoes as of 2/8/08

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