As California Wildfires Rage, State Leaders, Students and Veterinarians Launch Effort to Help Rescue Livestock
AgDay 08/12/21 - Wildfire Help
Western wildfires continue to rage in the West, as California's biggest wildfire is leading to widespread evacuations of livestock. And now there are efforts underway to care for animals left behind.
The Dixie Fire is the second largest in California's history. It has destroyed thousands of acres of rangeland, including for migratory cattle.
Leaders from the University of California-Davis, veterinarians, and California legislators have launched a new program. It's called the "California Veterinary Emergency Team." Their job is to help rescue livestock and domestic animals during disasters.
Students from U.C. Davis are helping out at other fires. Also right now, Farm Bureau organizations in Butte, Sierra and Plumas counties in California are partnering to help feed and maintain livestock. Similar efforts are underway in Nevada County's River Fire.
