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Planning for Animals (2024)
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Animals play an important role in many peoples lives. This handbook is guided by research evidence that shows that the integration of animals into emergency management planning and arrangements is critical to human health and safety, as well as to the economy, biodiversity and ecosystem health.
People will often put their own lives at risk to protect or save animals during an emergency, including ignoring warnings or refusing to evacuate. The traumatic loss of animals can significantly impact human recovery following an emergency, in addition to the economic and environmental impacts. It is therefore important for those in planning roles to understand:
- the differences in perspectives, motivations and limitations of those with a responsibility for animals
- the consequences for both people and animals in emergencies.
This handbook presents strategic guidance on planning for animals using a principles-based approach. It outlines minimum recommended practice for the inclusion and integration of animals at all stages of the emergency management cycle - prevention, preparedness, response and recovery.
