Next Wednesday May 6 at 11:00 a.m. will be carried out First National Drill 2026an exercise that seeks to strengthen the ability to respond to a seismic emergency in all states of Mexican territory.
In Mexico, the prevention culture In the face of natural disasters, it is reinforced through tests that allow Mexicans and authorities to strengthen the reaction capabilities in the event of a earthquake in the country.
For this reason, the Government of Mexico, through the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection and the National Coordination of Civil Protection, calls on public and private institutions to participate, registering your properties on the digital platform.
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Seismic alert on cell phones in the Central area of Mexico City. Photo: Axel Sánchez/EL UNIVERSAL
Over time, families and pet owners have known how to implement different protective measures that ensure the well-being of their pet animalssuch as dogs and cats, guaranteeing their survival in the face of possible unforeseen disasters.
According to the Family Plan Guide of Civil defenseif you cohabit with cats, dogs or any other domestic animal that is free, you must call him to evacuate either protect it in a lower risk area, including each specimen in the family plan.
On the other hand, the specialist Fausto Reyes Delgadofrom the UNAM-Banfield Veterinary Hospital, explains that during an earthquake it is essential that pets wear a dog tag necklace that includes name, telephone number and your Unique Companion Animal Registry (RUAC).
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Your best friend’s safety is important during emergencies. Photo: Special
Likewise, the expert makes the recommendation to use pheromone-based productswhich contribute to the calm and tranquility of the specimens, only in case they present symptoms of stress either disturbance facing the unusual situation.
It is also important that pets get used to the conveyorfacilitating your entry and exit in case of emergency. It is also important that you remain calm when faced with the sound emitted by the seismic alertwith the aim of avoiding tremors, escape attempts either barking.
Another key point consists of the safe space assignment and comfortable inside the home for your pet, identifying the places where your pet hides at home, as recommended by the dog trainer Jason Cohen for The New York Times.
Pets also suffered from the September 19 earthquake. PHOTO: Archive.
According to the digital portal Best FriendsIn September 2017, dozens of animals they got lost in the first hours after the earthquake. However, thanks to initiatives as “Earthquake Pet” by designer Nelly Mercado, 40% managed to reunite with their families.
Furthermore, it is essential to add certain key elements in your emergency backpack either disaster kitsuch as:
- Food and water for at least 5 days.
- A portable plate, blanket, toys or objects that help reduce stress.
- Medications that are necessary
- A copy of your vaccination record, clinical history and identification document.
- A belt either heavy duty harness that facilitates its transfer.
- Photos of the animal in case of loss.
Finally, it is essential to put into practice alternative evacuation routes, plan possible scenarioss of disaster and, above all, keep calm in these types of situations. You can also consult shelters close to your town where your pet can stay in case of emergency.
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