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FAQs
Fire Aftermath
Q: How do I donate money for the fire?
A: Fire Donation Options:
- Donation form online (with credit card)
- Any Wachovia Bank (Acct # 2000034081857)
- Drop off or mail checks to: Jacksonville Humane Society, 8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216
Q: Where can I get a list of fundraising events to benefit the Jacksonville Humane Society?
A: Fundraising events list (PDF format).
Q: Are you going to rebuild?
A: Yes, we will rebuild! In spite of the devastating fire on April 7 that caused more than $1M in damage, plans are already underway to arise from the ashes. In addition to money and supplies needed to treat and care for the remaining animals, generous individuals and businesses are pitching in to help set-up the facilities needed to house animals and needed support staff.
And this is only temporary. Long term plans are being activated to develop and build a modern, top-quality facility to help us meet our commitment to treat, house and prepare animals for new, loving homes.
This is a serious community need, and we are dedicated to serving it…to the betterment of our animals and the people who live in NE Florida.
Read more at Channel 12's First Coast News website.
Q: When will you start accepting animals in Animal Admissions?
A: Animal admissions has resumed owner surrender appointments on a limited basis and you may call 725-8766 to speak to a counselor.
Q: What else can I do?
A: You may download our updated Wish List (PDF format) to see about donating other needed items.
Q: How did the fire start?
A: The Fire Marshall's final report the cause is undetermined but started near the rear of the building and was probably electrical in nature.
Q: How many animals survived the fire and how many perished?
A: 80 animals survived the scene (68 dogs and puppies and 12 cats and kittens) plus another 25 that were in foster homes. Sadly, 86 perished (67 cats and kittens and 19 dogs and puppies).
Q: What will become of the building?
A: The dog adoption and isolation kennels are and will continue to be used to help with our homeless animals. The rest of the building has been demolished.
Q: Is there going to be a memorial service?
A: A public memorial service was held Saturday, April 21st at 11:30am at the Jacksonville Humane Society Pet Cemetary.
Q: What is your current operational capacity?
A: We are currently have about 50% of our services back up and running although some areas have been severely affected such as our cattery and technical areas.
Q: Are you currently accepting cats?
A: Our cattery was completely destroyed and our cat area experienced the greatest loss of life among all the animals that perished during the fire. We are currently only accepting a very limited number of cats until our ability to house and care for more improves.
Q: Which news stations continued to cover the fire and its aftermath?
Channel 4 News: Puppy That Survived Fire Adopted By Firefighters
First Coast News
CBS 47 News
Folio Weekly
Video on YouTube: Ladder 10 at Scene