Source: Denver 7
Nearly three years after the devastating Marshall Fire in Boulder County, Colorado, which killed two people and over 1,000 pets, efforts are underway to prevent such tragedies in the future. The fire’s impact on families like the Neustedters, who lost their cat Kobe, highlights the emotional toll of losing pets in emergencies.
In response, Dave Crawford, who also lost his home in the fire, created the Pet Help & Rescue (PHaR) app. The app enables pet owners to connect with trusted contacts and neighbors for assistance during emergencies. Users can store essential pet details, including medications, hiding spots, and evacuation instructions. In emergencies, the app sends automated alerts to designated contacts, facilitating quick pet rescues. PHaR, which has 700 users so far, aims to expand partnerships with government agencies to enhance emergency response. The app offers a vital solution for pet safety during Colorado’s increasingly frequent wildfires.
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