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Follow on Google News | Fire, Mud, Quakes...Oh, My!Just when you thought that fire-ravaged Southern California can't take anymore, now it's bracing for mudslides and a deadly earthquake.
By: News Archives International That is why Grillo is working feverishly to help animals from the mountains to the coast survive natural disasters. He joins well over 6 million other Californians in the largest earthquake preparedness drill in the state's history on Thursday, October 15. The Great California ShakeOut is set for 10:15 a.m. This comes at a time when Grillo's location is also preparing for possible mudslides which could happen if rain predictions come true this week. Natural disasters can be terrorizing ordeals not only for humans, but for the animals, too. “Not only will you be frightened, but your animals will be petrified. You have to remain in control for their sakes,” said Grillo, a world-renowned animal rescuer and founder of Horse Rescue of America. “And the best way to calm your own anxiety is to have made preparations, to have a plan, and to follow that plan.” Grillo feels that D.E.L.T.A. Rescue, which is located northeast of Los Angeles, will be able to withstand another major disaster. “Our structures are strong because they're all newer and built to code,” Grillo said. “Even my straw bale dog houses are designed to take any quake.” Grillo's plan of action proves promising since seismologists are now on edge as are those whose on-going mission is to save lives. D.E.L.T.A. Rescue operates two state-of-the- Since officials are unable to pinpoint the exact time the next calamitous earthquake or other natural disaster will occur, Grillo says D.E.L.T.A. Rescue will remain in disaster readiness mode from this point on, particularly since landslides could develop in the wake of recent wildfire devastation. Pictured: Grillo said D.E.L.T.A. Rescue has already stockpiled sleeping bags and MRE's (Meals, Ready-to-Eat) MEDIA CONTACT: Sharon Bush (424) 202-0190 promise@dslextreme.com End
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