Press Release: SPCA Lancaster Center Adapts Amid Heat Wave
The Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center is actively managing the challenges posed by a recent HVAC failure amid a dangerous heat wave. On Monday afternoon, the shelter reported that its HVAC system malfunctioned, leaving only the main kennel area temperature-controlled.
In a follow-up update on Tuesday, the SPCA announced that an auxiliary HVAC unit was deployed to ensure the well-being of the animals during the scorching temperatures. To further safeguard their pets, the shelter urged local residents to consider fostering dogs and cats temporarily or permanently, as many animals were moved to other SPCA locations with functioning air conditioning.
Thanks to rapid coordination, several dogs were transferred to locations in Philadelphia and the Main Line, while all cats were relocated to the Philadelphia headquarters for adoption. The Lancaster County SPCA stated, “All cat intakes are currently paused until repairs are fully complete.”
The SPCA is diligently reviewing numerous foster and adoption applications, assuring potential adopters that they will be contacted as soon as a suitable match is found. Despite the situation, the Lancaster County SPCA is still accepting inquiries for adoptions but has temporarily halted the intake of new animals.
The HVAC failure coincided with a particularly severe heat wave, with temperatures soaring into the high 90s and feeling above 100 degrees in parts of central Pennsylvania. Relief is on the horizon, as forecasts indicate a drop in temperatures into the 80s by Thursday, accompanied by potential rain through the weekend.
The Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center remains committed to the safety and comfort of its animals during this challenging time.
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