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Storm Wrecks Animal Charity Facility
24 Oct
Summary
- An isolation facility was destroyed by a fallen tree during Storm Austen.
- The sick kittens inside the facility were safely moved by staff.
- The animal charity is urgently seeking homes for remaining small animals.
High winds from Storm Austen have caused significant damage to an animal charity's isolation facility in Kent. A tree fell onto the RSPCA Canterbury and District Animal Centre, destroying its isolation unit. Fortunately, staff members were unharmed, and kittens housed in the affected area were safely relocated.
The animal charity, already facing resource limitations, is now in urgent need of support. They are appealing for immediate rehoming of small animals, including rabbits and guinea pigs, to manage the situation. The organization expressed worry over mounting costs and a plea for public assistance.
This incident occurred as Storm Austen brought widespread disruption across the South East, affecting travel and power supplies. A further storm, Boelo, is anticipated to bring more adverse weather, including heavy rain and strong winds, to the UK.
