Burned paws, hungry bears: the race to help animals injured in wildfires
by Dani Anguiano from Environment | The Guardian on (#5NMFE)
The Wildlife Disaster Network is just one group that patrols burn areas looking for critters that need their help
The emaciated bear cub was trekking along a mountain road through the scorched Sierra Nevada when firefighters spotted it. His paws appeared burned and he seemed alone. There was little the fire crew could do, but call the Wildlife Disaster Network.
The group of volunteer disaster veterinarians treats animals injured in California's devastating wildfires. The network, and other groups like it, are busier than ever this year as fires tear through the state at an astonishing pace.
Continue reading...