Dasmariñas animal shelter roof collapses amidst rains, 76 dogs displaced
• The roof of a local animal shelter in Dasmariñas, Cavite, caved in on Tuesday due to torrential rains and strong winds, displacing dozens of rescue dogs
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• Despite the complete structural collapse captured on CCTV, all 76 canine residents of the "Loved by the Gapz" shelter were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported
• Shelter staff quickly relocated 54 dogs to a large outdoor tent with extended tarp coverage, while the remaining 22 found shelter in other secure areas
• "Loved by the Gapz" is appealing for public donations, specifically galvanized iron sheets, tubular bars for roof repair, and items like old cages and blankets for their displaced animals
A severe weather event on Tuesday caused the roof of a local animal shelter in Barangay Sampaloc 3, Dasmariñas, Cavite, to collapse, displacing dozens of rescue dogs.
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Fortunately, swift action by shelter personnel ensured that none of the 76 animals were injured or lost during the structural failure.
The incident, which occurred due to the combined force of heavy rainfall and strong winds, was captured on the shelter's closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras.
Footage shared by Bayan Patroller Honey Young shows the initial damage occurring around 1:00 PM when a section of the metal roofing over the dog kennel room gave way.
Just an hour later, at approximately 2:00 PM, the entire roof of the animal shelter completely collapsed.
Despite the alarming visual, Honey Young confirmed that all the canine residents emerged unharmed.
However, the destruction necessitated immediate relocation efforts for the numerous dogs under the care of "Loved by the Gapz," the animal shelter managing the facility.
Initially, shelter staff attempted to keep some dogs within the damaged kennel room, as remnants of insulation foam provided a semblance of temporary cover.
However, continuous heavy rain began to seep through the compromised structure, forcing the staff to accelerate the evacuation.
CCTV footage from around 5:00 PM on Wednesday showed rainwater pouring in from the remaining insulation, prompting the dogs to huddle away from the downpour.
Faced with persistent inclement weather and the unsafe conditions, the decision was made to move all animals from the compromised area.
Of the 76 dogs housed at the shelter, 54 were relocated to a large tent erected outside the main kennel room.
To provide better shelter from the ongoing rain, a temporary tarp was quickly installed to extend the tent's coverage.
The remaining 22 dogs were carefully separated and housed in an alternative, secure cage area and another intact kennel room within the facility.
The "Loved by the Gapz" organization has since appealed to the public for assistance in their recovery efforts.
In a recent Facebook post, they detailed their most pressing needs, which include essential construction materials for roof repair such as galvanized iron sheets (yero) and tubular bars.
They are also seeking donations of practical items like old cages, plastic matting, and blankets to enhance the comfort and safety of their displaced animals.
The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by animal rescue organizations, particularly their vulnerability to natural disasters.
As Dasmariñas continues to experience rainfall, the shelter remains focused on providing a safe, dry environment for its animals while working towards the daunting task of rebuilding their primary facility.
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In other news, Marieta De Asis Tiria, an 86-year-old woman affected by flooding in Parañaque, pleaded to see her family one last time while staying at an evacuation center, TV Patrol reported. Neighbor Donna Fausto shared how Tiria, despite suffering from diabetes and a chest wound, was forced to crawl for help due to neglect and lack of family support. Fausto revealed that Tiria was often shunned by neighbors because of her condition, but she chose to stand by her, saying, "Anong masama sa pagtulong sa kapwa?" Rescue officials said Tiria is now being monitored by city health workers and called on her relatives to reach out through the San Dionisio Sports Complex or Barangay Hall.
Still in other news, a 13-year-old boy's body was recovered from a stream in Jaro District, Iloilo City, on Tuesday, July 22, bearing a head injury, after he went missing following a swim. Video footage shows the victim alive and swimming with friends last Sunday, but he failed to return home after staying behind. Police are conducting an ongoing investigation to determine the exact cause of the boy's death and how the head injury was sustained. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of swimming in unsupervised natural bodies of water, prompting renewed warnings from authorities.
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