Emergency Planning
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In Disaster's Wake: Horses and the Devastation
After weathering a natural disaster, take steps to reduce your horses' chances of infection or injury.
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Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms.
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Calif. Wildfire Season Begins; Horse Owners Urged to Prepare
Horse owners residing in wildfire-prone areas in California are preparing for another fire season.
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Reported Equine Deaths Exceed 150 in Oklahoma
May 24, 2013
More than 150 horses reportedly perished in the tornadoes that hit Moore and the Oklahoma City area May 20.... Read More
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Georgia Horses Removed from Flood Zone
May 23, 2013
The horses were brought to higher ground last weekend after water from heavy rains threatened their stable. ... Read More
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AAEP Foundation Aids Horses Affected by Severe Weather
May 23, 2013
The AAEP offers help through its Equine Disaster Relief Fund.... Read More
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Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
May 21, 2013
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms. ... Read More
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Calif. Wildfire Season Begins; Horse Owners Urged to Prepare
May 10, 2013
Horse owners residing in wildfire-prone areas in California are preparing for another fire season. ... Read More
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Managing Emergencies (AAEP Convention 2012)
March 22, 2013
The vet's role during barn fires; managing dehydration and exhaustion; and preventing medication mishaps.... Read More
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10 Therapy Horses Dead in Ohio Barn Fire
March 22, 2013
Fire officials investigating the incident rule the cause of the blaze undetermined.... Read More
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Thoroughbreds Perish in Florida Barn Fire
March 13, 2013
Authorities say an overloaded circuit caused the fire that killed seven horses and injured four more.... Read More
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Florida Barn Fire Claims Pregnant Mare
March 09, 2013
A fire at a breeding farm claimed the life of a pregnant mare and caused more than $425,000 in other damages.... Read More
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Barn Fires: The Veterinarian's Role (AAEP 2012)
March 06, 2013
A well-thought-out approach to triage after a barn fire can save horses' lives.... Read More
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Kentucky Horse Farms Can Apply for Disaster Relief
February 18, 2013
Kentucky horse breeding farms are now eligible to apply for federal relief from agriculture-related disasters.... Read More
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Weather Emergencies and Horses
February 13, 2013
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez discusses dealing with weather disasters... Read More
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Texas Stable Fire Claims 11 Horses
February 05, 2013
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire that left 11 horses dead and several others injured.... Read More
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N.Y. Racing Association Donates to Sandy Relief
November 05, 2012
NYRA will contribute $100,000 to the Hurricane Sandy disaster relief effort.... Read More
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Sandy Forces Few Immediate Equine Evacuations
October 30, 2012
The storm's actual impact on horse owners might not be realized for days, some emergency responders say.... Read More
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East Coast Horse Owners Brace for Hurricane Sandy
October 29, 2012
Horses in some states have already been evacuated to safer locations to wait out the storm.... Read More
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Md. Officials: Include Horses in Hurricane Plans
October 28, 2012
It is important to include horses and livestock in disaster preparedness plans.... Read More
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Hurricane Season Resources for Horse Owners
June 01, 2012
Learn how to prepare yourself, your horse, and your farm for the hurricane season.... Read More
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Navigating Natural Disasters with Horses
June 01, 2012
Prepare a disaster plan for keeping your horse safe during wildfires, hurricanes, and other emergencies.... Read More
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In Disaster's Wake: Horses and the Devastation
June 01, 2012
After weathering a natural disaster, take steps to reduce your horses' chances of infection or injury.... Read More
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Keeping Horses Safe During Thunderstorms
April 03, 2012
Many owners keep horses stalled during storms, but turning horses out to pastures might keep them safer.... Read More
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LSU Receives Donation in Support of Disaster Management
February 04, 2011
The Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Veterinary Medicine has received a grant from the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) for $20,000 in support of a State/Regional Disaster Management Training Program. The $20,000 from the AVMF ... Read More
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Hurricane Preparedness
October 04, 2009
Dr. Becky McConico offers advice on planning for hurricane season. ... Read More
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Louisiana State Animal Team Acquires Disaster Response Vehicle
September 24, 2009
The Louisiana State Animal Response Team (LSART), in partnership with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), has acquired a deluxe custom-designed animal... Read More
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Hurricane Katrina Remembered
August 29, 2009
Today marks the fourth anniversary of the horrible destruction caused by Hurricanes Rita and Katrina in Louisiana and Mississippi. (For our cover story from 2005 read <A href="http://www.thehorse.com/2005Hurricanes/Katrinaweb.pdf"... Read More
