PUBLIC INFORMATION RELEASE #2
For Release:
Immediate Contact: D. Bryan Phillips
Date/Time: February
12, 2013 @ 11:00 am Phone:
910-947-6317
Moore
County Government and the Moore County Chapter of the American Red Cross will
open the following public shelter beginning at 2:00 pm.
Location
Name: Southern Middle School
Address: 515 Johnson St. Aberdeen , NC
Shelter
Type: Companion Animal
(Pet Friendly Shelter)
Shelter
Rules and Regulations:
Ø Children under 18 years of age with the exception of
emancipated minors must be accompanied by an adult when entering the shelter
and remain in the custody of the guardian during their stay.
Ø
Residents are
instructed not to bring alcohol, drugs, guns or other weapons, “boom boxes”,
radios, TVs, or perishable goods. Law enforcement will have the authority to
search bags and confiscate any items brought into the shelter.
Ø
Residents
utilizing public shelter spaces are instructed to bring medications, blankets, special
foods/formulas for children, and a supply of food for personal consumption.
Ø
Public shelters
should be considered “shelters of last resort” with very basic provisions for a
safe, dry, warm environment to include a cot for sleeping and limited meal
capabilities.
Ø
This will be a
Companion Animal or Pet Friendly Shelter.
Animals will be maintained in a separate wing of the facility by Moore
County Animal Operations staff. Pet
owners should bring their pet’s crate, food, bowls, medications, bedding, toys,
etc.
o Dogs, cats, birds and hamsters / gerbils are allowed.
o Spiders, snakes, exotics, etc. are not allowed.
Moore County
Public Safety
Emergency
Management ● E-911 ● Emergency Medical Services ● Fire Marshal
Office (910)
947-6317 ● Fax (910) 947-6378
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