La Castellana Rescues Pets in Mt. Kanlaon Danger Zone
Pets Left Behind: La Castellana Launches Rescue Effort amid Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Threat
La Castellana, Negros Occidental – As the threat of Mt. Kanlaon’s eruption looms, the safety of residents isn’t the only concern. The municipal government of La Castellana has launched a dedicated task force to ensure the well-being of pets left behind in the volcano’s extended danger zone.
The Mt.Kanlaon Task Force Pet Rescue is working tirelessly to feed and care for animals within the six-kilometer radius, where evacuation orders are in place.
PETS AT RISK. Some of the pet dogs being fed along the road in Barangay Cabagna-an, La Castellana town, Negros Occidental province, on Wednesday (Dec. 18, 2024). The municipal government has created the Mt. Kanlaon Task Force Pet Rescue to feed pet animals within the six-kilometer extended danger zone of the volcano. (Photo courtesy of Cabagna-an village chief Bon Sacapaño)
“We’ve received an outpouring of support from residents and organizations,” said Remuel seladan Lajo, the town’s information officer. “Excess food and dog food donations are pouring in, and we’re coordinating with the Mayor’s Office to ensure these supplies reach the animals in need.”
While 54 dogs have been safely evacuated to the la Castellana National High School-Junior High School building, many more remain in Barangays Cabagnaan and Biak na Bato. volunteers are working diligently to count the animals and provide them with food and water until they can be safely evacuated.
The Provincial Veterinary Office is lending a hand, while animal welfare group Bacolod Animal Chance and Hope (BACH) Project has partnered with the task force to facilitate donations.
“Lots of animals need our help,” BACH Project stated in a Facebook post. “Your donations will go a long way in feeding the pets left behind.”
The group is accepting donations of pet food, rice, vegetables, and even containers for food distribution.
As the situation unfolds, the Mt.Kanlaon Task Force Pet Rescue remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all animals affected by the volcano’s activity.
Pets Left Behind: A Conversation with La Castellana’s Pet rescue Leader
NewsDirect3.com: The Mt. Kanlaon eruption threat has sparked a massive evacuation effort in La Castellana, but what about the animals left behind? Today, we speak with Remuel Seladan Lajo, the town’s information officer, about the dedicated task force rescuing these vulnerable pets.
ND3: Mr. Lajo, can you tell us about the situation facing animals in the evacuation zone?
Remuel Seladan Lajo: The threat to our residents’ safety is paramount, but we cannot forget about the many pets left behind within the six-kilometer danger zone. Many families were forced to evacuate quickly, leaving their beloved animals without food and care.
ND3: How is the Mt. Kanlaon Task Force pet rescue responding to this challenge?
RSL: We are working tirelessly to reach these animals. Volunteers are on the ground in Barangays Cabagnaan and Biak na Bato, diligently counting the animals and providing them with food and water.
ND3: What kind of support has the task force received?
RSL: The response from the community has been simply unbelievable! We’ve received an outpouring of donations—excess pet food, regular food supplies… its truly heartwarming. We are coordinating with the Mayor’s Office to ensure all these generous donations reach the animals in need.
ND3: Have there been any triumphant evacuations of animals so far?
RSL: Yes! We have safely evacuated 54 dogs to the La Castellana National High School-Junior High School building. We’re doing everything we can to move more animals to safety as quickly and safely as possible.
ND3: What message do you have for our readers who want to help?
RSL: Any support you can offer is deeply appreciated. The Bacolod animal Chance and Hope (BACH) Project is partnering with us to facilitate donations. They are accepting donations of pet food,rice,vegetables,and even containers for food distribution. Every contribution, big or small, will make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable animals.
ND3: Thank you for your time, mr.Lajo, and for your dedication to the safety and well-being of animals in La Castellana.
RSL: Thank you for shining a light on this important issue.Together, we can ensure that no animal is abandoned during these challenging times.