IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

With natural disasters growing more frequent and more intense, what can a pet owner do? Hope for the best, prepare for the worst-and include your fur babies in that plan.

- JUNO DEMELO

AFTER A SUMMER OF epically terrible storms and wildfires, many of us are probably a little more on edge than usual. And the feeling is statistically justified: According to the American Red Cross, everyone in the United States is at risk of experiencing at least one natural disaster at any given time. That includes-but is not limited to fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and extreme heat and cold. The climate crisis is increasing both the frequency and severity of these events, warns Jennifer Pipa, vice president of disaster services for the American Red Cross. "It's critically important for families to prepare for hazards that could impact their communities," she says, adding that pets should be part of your plan. (They're members of the fam, after all!) Here's how you can keep your animal safe from whatever Mother Nature hurls your way.

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