Animal Rescue: Worst Flood in Southeast Mexico

Members of IFAW’s Emergency Relief team have responded to the worst floods of the last 50 years in the southeast of Mexico, where the water covered 80% of the state of Tabasco. Headed by Dr. Francisco Galindo, Campaign Director for Latin America, and Dick Green International Emergency Relief Manager, IFAW was on the ground immediately after disaster struck and undertook an evaluation of the impact of the tragedy on the animals and habitat.

IFAW is working in collaboration with local authorities, as well as other local organizations. A coalition has been established with IFAW - UNAM, Donkey Sanctuary, International League of the Protection of the Horse, U Juarez Autonomous of Tabasco, College of Veterinarians - Tabasco, Central Veterinary Urgency Ctr, APAT, Pro-Animal, and WSPA/Hagenbeck Fdn.

IFAW maintains a group of highly trained professionals ready to help animals when disaster strikes. Working with local communities, IFAW steps in to alleviate suffering, save lives, and educate local officials to avoid and/or prepare for future disasters. Wherever animals are in trouble, IFAW will be there to help.

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