The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa needs assistance.
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The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa said its facility has not been spared by the devastating storm that hit Cape Town on Sunday.
The organisation has called on the public for assistance after its hospital sustained significant damage.
“Since last night, our teams have been working tirelessly in affected communities, assisting pets and families in distress, while other staff members remain on-site trying to manage the extensive damage to our property, keeping our hospital running, caring for our patients, and ensuring emergency medical cases continue receiving treatment,” the organisation said.
The heavy rains have also affected the Animal Welfare’s food supply.
The organisation's hospital sustained damages due to the storm.
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“The heavy rains and powerful winds have caused significant damage to our hospital and parts of our property, where donated food supplies are stored.
Sadly, a large amount of food used for our hospital patients and adoption department has been severely water-damaged,” it said.
Despite its teams being exhausted, the organisation said they refuse to stop helping animals in need.
“Right now, we are in desperate need of support from our community to help us continue this vital work during this difficult time,” it said.
The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa is appealing for public assistance.
Image: Animal Welfare Society
The organisation is desperately in need of:
“Due to the ongoing rain and damp conditions, we are also struggling to keep blankets and towels dry, making these donations even more critical for the animals in our care.
Every donation - no matter how small - will make a direct difference to animals who have nowhere else to turn,” it said.
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