Some no brainers aren't evident, I guess...

[kayshapero]

Got this from ataniell93 who got it from someone else.

FEMA is now taking a national petition to see how many Americans want to allow hurricane survivors to be allowed to take their pets with them as they evacuate or pet rescue agencies to be allowed to come into ravaged areas and rescue pets. The number is 1-202-646-2763. Everyone call this number and let them know that all life is valuable. When you have done calling, let everyone you know know about this number. Even as I type, the ASPCA is readying a truck convoy to head for New Orleans and the thousands of animals dying there. It's coming down as something of a paramilitary operation. Again, please call FEMA. 1-202-646-2763. Besides donating to any of the charitable organizations out there, this is one of the more important things we can do.

Not sure WHAT I'm supposed to call FEMA - just think of the number of people who've already lost their pets in transit. The temptation to go camp out in the swamp with the alligators must be great...

But really this looks like a good idea.

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[msminlr.livejournal.com]

You might want to wait until business-hours on Monday morning, though.
I just tried the number (8:30 a.m. Central on Sunday Morning) and didn't even get an answering machine. Or maybe it is already full...

[sraun]

When I called the number Saturday evening, I got referred to http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/840979272. It was over 63,000 signatures when last I looked.

[kayshapero]

Thanks! I went there and added my signature. Did they mention if this takes the place of calling, or should I still call them up on Monday?

[sraun]

My interpretation was 'in place of'.

[kayshapero]

I called up anyway, and along with referring me to the petition, she also asked my name and phone number.

[figmo.livejournal.com]

What a stupid question! Who wouldn't want survivors to be allowed to take their pets?

I'll call Monday per msminlr.

[sraun]

When I called the number Saturday evening, I got referred to http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/840979272. It was over 63,000 signatures when last I looked.