Alabama rescue facility housing 600 animals suffers storm damage

PIKE COUNTY, Ala. – An animal rescue organization that houses more than 600 animals was damaged during overnight storms that crossed Alabama. Troy Animal Rescue Project, located in Brundidge, is closed in the aftermath of Tuesday’s storms.

According to Director Tiffany Howington, two dogs were injured during the storms when severe winds knocked over cages. One dog is being treated for a broken leg and the other had to be euthanized as a result of multiple broken bones.

The organization suffered additional structural damage as well. Howington said a roof of one of the rescue’s storage buildings was blown off by the strong wind. Trees and electrical cables were also knocked down.

Source: wsfa.com

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