Livestock shelters open in Alabama in preparation for Tropical Storm Isaias

Livestock shelters open in Alabama in preparation for Tropical Storm Isaias

State agriculture officials say evacuated animals can be housed at three sites, with veterinary inspection certificates waived during the storm.

Shelters Open in Alabama in Preparation for Tropical Storm

In preparation for Tropical Storm Isaias expected to make landfall in Alabama on Friday evening, the Alabama Department of Agriculture has released a press release saying, “The ADAI has been in contact with our partners to provide temporary sheltering facilities for evacuated livestock. Animals moving in response to Tropical Storm Isaias will be exempt from a certificate of veterinary inspection.” ...