Santa Barbara Equine Assistance and Evacuation Team ready to take horses and other large animals to safety during storm

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Santa Barbara Equine Assistance and Evacuation Team wants people to know that they are available to take in large animals, like horses and cattle, for those affected by this week’s storm.

These animals will be housed at Earl Warren Showgrounds which can safely house up to 500 animals at a time.

Volunteers urge the public to have a game plan set in place and to not wait until conditions worsen to bring their animals to safety. They also are emphasizing that this service is free of charge.

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