Animals rescued from shelters hit by Kentucky tornadoes

ST. LOUIS – An outbreak of powerful tornadoes ravaged parts of Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee and Illinois on the night of December 10, killing dozens of people and leaving wreckage on hundreds of kilometers.

As lives lost and property ruined are at the forefront of everyone’s mind, Humane Society of Missouri also ensures that animals receive special attention.

The Humane Society of Missouri visited Bowling Green, Ky., according to a press release. As you may know, Bowling Green is one of the many areas devastated by recent weather events.

While there, HSMO provided assistance to local animal shelters by treating and transporting several animals to St. Louis for adoption. Members of the HSMO rescue team are expected to bring 16 dogs to St. Louis.

Once each animal has passed a health check, it will be available for adoption through the HSMO and the Missouri Animal Welfare Association (APA). Partnering with other shelters, such as the Missouri APA, helps rescued animals be adopted as quickly as possible.

“The situation in Kentucky is dire,” said HSMO President Kathy Warnick. “By transporting these refuge animals to Saint-Louis, we free up precious space and resources on the ground, while giving these animals the possibility of finding a home forever.” ”

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HSMO has one of the largest animal rescue / disaster response teams in the United States.

To help support the care of these animals, donations can be made here.