SPCA Stories - Rescuing Animals During Disasters and Disaster Preparedness, SPCA Monterey County

When disaster strikes, people often have just minutes to make life-changing decisions—what to grab, where to go, and how to keep their families safe. For many of us, our animals are family. But what happens when pets, livestock, and wildlife are caught in the middle of an emergency? Here in Monterey County, there’s a team trained and ready to help. From evacuations and large animal rescues to sheltering and reunification, the SPCA Monterey County Disaster Response Team works alongside emergency responders to protect animals when they need it most.  Joining us is Rosanna Isely, our Vice President of Operations, who leads these lifesaving efforts and ensures our teams are always ready to respond. For more information and to support SPCA Monterey County's programs and services visit https://www.spcamc.org/