Dogs evacuated in Caldor Fire up for adoption after owner dies [Video]

DIAMOND SPRINGS, Calif. — During this high fire danger season, local organizations and community groups are prepared to support anyone who might have to evacuate. That includes housing animals during disaster situations.

One shelter has been doing the work during recent fires – and now needs help closing an emotional chapter for a fire survivor.

That was over the course of 48 hours, said EDCAS manager and chief Craig Hall.

“Fortunately, that fire was contained pretty quickly, so they all were gone home within probably a week,” Hall said.

The situation was much different during the Caldor Fire, however, which started Aug. 14, 2021, as some people were evacuated for months.

“I know we had around 150 dogs – I don’t know the exact numbers – and 300 cats. The whole …