Seattle Humane Society facing challenges due to storm

SEATTLE - The Seattle Humane Society is facing challenges following Tuesday’s major storm that hit the Pacific Northwest.

The shelter told FOX 13 Seattle it is relying on a single generator to keep the animals safe. Adoptions have also dropped significantly since the storm.

Staff said they understand it’s not an ideal time for people without power to adopt a new pet, but volunteers and employees are working hard to care for the animals. However, the shelter said it could still use additional support from the community.

The generator can power the facility for 24 hours but costs up to $1,400 to fully fuel. The shelter is asking for community assistance.

"While we remain open for adoptions, low-cost veterinary care and other community programs, we are also looking for ways to reduce our energy usage," the shelter posted on Facebook.

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