JUPITER, Fla., October 13, 2024 (Ecnetnews.com)
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A tornado triggered by Hurricane Milton has completely obliterated Furry Friends Ranch, a beloved animal shelter and community center in South Florida. The tornado ripped through the facility on Wednesday night, tearing roofs from buildings, blowing out windows, downing power lines, and ruining the structures that were essential to the organization’s animal care capacity.
Thankfully, all dogs and cats under Furry Friends’ care survived the impact and were rescued without injury. However, the damage to the ranch is catastrophic: The facility has been deemed a total loss, with major repairs needed that could take months—or even years—before it is safe for animals to return.
“The damage is unimaginable,” said Jason Gluck, Chief Executive Officer of Furry Friends. “It’s a miracle that no animals were harmed, but our facility has been decimated. We are heartbroken, and we urgently need the community’s support to rebuild.”
The ranch was home to hundreds of rescue animals, including dogs and cats in desperate need. With no shelter left to house the ranch animals, Furry Friends is urgently seeking adopters, temporary foster homes and other facilities to help care for the animals in the coming months. The cost of rebuilding is expected to run into the millions, and with no functioning ranch facility, the organization will need to rely heavily on donations
from the public and local businesses.
How to Help: Furry Friends is asking animal lovers, philanthropists, and businesses to assist with the recovery effort. Donations of any size will make a difference and go directly toward rebuilding the ranch and providing essential care for the animals. Donations can be made online at: www.furryfriendsadoption.org/donate
“Furry Friends is resilient, and we know the community cares deeply about these animals and our organization,” CEO Jason Gluck added. “With your help, we can rebuild stronger and continue Furry Friends’ deeply impactful work saving lives in our region and beyond.”
About Furry Friends:
Furry Friends is a nonprofit animal shelter and community hub dedicated to saving the lives of dogs and cats in need and supporting the human-animal bond. Serving Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Furry Friends is a safe haven for tens of thousands of animals each year, providing love, care, and advanced behavioral and medical support.
Media Contact:
Jason Gluck
Chief Executive Officer
(561) 747-5311, ext. 8
jgluck@furryfriendsadoption.org
www.furryfriendsadoption.org
Source: Furry Friends
