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Animal facilities are vulnerable to hurricanes and other natural disasters, which can endanger lives and disrupt critical animal care routines. Facility managers must therefore prepare a rigorous emergency plan that ensures human safety while considering the specific needs of all animals on site. The author presents guidelines and recommendations for disaster preparedness based on her experience at a facility in Florida, where hurricanes are relatively common. An effective plan must include a priority system, a well-trained emergency response team, efficient communication methods and concrete provisions for animals and employees.
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Thomas, T. Guidelines for hurricane and disaster preparation for animal facilities. Lab Anim 36, 28–31 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/laban1107-28
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/laban1107-28
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