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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In response to Tropical Storm Helene, forecasted to intensify into a major hurricane, the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has been in contact with our partners to provide temporary sheltering facilities for evacuated livestock including horses and cattle. Animals moving in response to Tropical Storm Helene will be exempt from a certificate of veterinary inspection.

The Garrett Coliseum located at 1295 Coliseum Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36107 will open effective immediately and will be taking in horses only. Please note to use the Coliseum Blvd entrance into the sheltering facility. Campground facilities are NOT available at this time. These shelters are only equipped to shelter livestock, not pets or companion animals such as dogs or cats. These facilities will be available at a first come first serve basis.

Available shelters include:

Livestock Shelter at Garrett Coliseum- *Horses Only

1295 Coliseum Blvd

Montgomery, AL 36107

Contact: Christi Thornton

christi@thegarrettcoliseum.com

334-356-6866

*Will need to bring own shavings, water buckets, hay, feed, etc.

 

Pike County Cattleman's Association

4100 US HWY 231 S

Troy, AL 36081

Contact: Dick Barnett

334-670-1228

*Will need to bring own shavings, water buckets, hay, feed, etc.

 

When evacuating, it is important for livestock owners to be prepared to care for their animals while they are away. Please be sure to bring the following items with you:

  • Current list of all animals, including their records of feeding, vaccinations, and tests. Make sure that you have proof of ownership for all animals.
  • Supplies for temporary identification of your animals, such as plastic neckbands and permanent markers to label your animals with your name, address, and telephone number.
  • Handling equipment such as halters and appropriate tools for each kind of animal.
  • Water, feed, and buckets. Tools and supplies needed for sanitation.

For questions or concerns about sheltering livestock during hurricane evacuation, contact ADAI Emergency Programs at 334-240-7278 or email beth.mazak@agi.alabama.gov. Any other assistance, call Michael Frazier 334-850-1685 or Thomas Faulkner 334-324-7794.