More Photos from Coffeyville and Iola Flooding

Last week we wrote about the ASPCA’s animal rescue efforts during the flooding in the Midwest. The ASPCA was among the first to respond to help provide rescue and relief efforts to animals stranded or left behind. The following are some heartwarming photos of rescued animals whose homes were destroyed by the flooding. Many of them were abandoned by their families.

Safely tucked away, he watches the rescue action.




If you are forced to evacuate, please take your pets with you. But when you can't, the best alternative is to alert rescuers to live animals still in the home, as this household did. You can order a free Pet Safety Pack, which includes window decals, here.



Wet, but safe.




Cat in flooded home waits to be rescued. Happily, she was!


Sad eyes observe the flooding from a secure spot.

To find out how to be ready if a disaster comes to your area, please check the ASPCA's main website. And, don't forget to join us next Friday in our live, moderated discussion on disaster readiness with Sandy Monterose.