© L’Arche de NoéRescue and recovery efforts
for the animals affected by		disasters in Morocco and Libya

The L’Arche de Noé team helps animals affected by the deadly earthquake in Morocco.

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Dear Anicom,
With the unfortunate increase of disasters affecting some of the most impoverished areas around the globe, IFAW isgrateful for the continued support of Anicom Holdings on behalf of our disaster response, rescue, and recovery efforts.
In the early hours of September 9, 2023, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, destroying buildings and homes,
and resulting in the loss of life of thousands of people and countless animals. Only a day later Storm Daniel (CycloneDaniel) peaked in strength as it impacted Libya. High winds caused communications interruption and downing ofelectricity towers and trees. Torrential rainfall caused flash floods in several cities. Entire neighborhoods were destroyedin the port city of Derna when two dams outside the city collapsed.
Our support of animal rescue does not end at the conclusion of rescue efforts; in fact, that’s when half of our work
begins. Thanks to your generous donation of US$25,138.86 we provided support to four local organizations, two in
Morocco and two in Libya, to assess where aid was most needed and to successfully treat and feed animals in the days
and weeks following these disasters.
On behalf of IFAW, its partners, and the animals that are safe and well-cared for, thank you. We are pleased to share theimpact that Anicom has made on the lives of animals and their caretakers. Please reach out with any questions.
Best regards,Liz Fowler, Deputy Vice President of Development

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Several weeks after the earthquake in Morocco, animals treated by L’Archede Noé were recovering well in the clinic’s care.

AssociationL’Arche de Noé
In the aftermath of the earthquake, afellow animal welfare organization with along-standing relationship with Association
L’Arche de Noé reached out to IFAW on theirbehalf. We learned more about L’Arche deNoé’s reputable history of collaboration insupporting dog and cat rescue under theauthority of their local government, and wereached out to offer financial support.
Immediately after the earthquake, the teamfrom L’Arche de Noé quickly jumped into action
to help rescue animals in Marrakesh, providing
veterinary treatment and a safe place for
injured animals to stay. IFAW provided anemergency grant for their rescue operations
and to repair their shelter facility damage,
but we could not cover all necessary
restorations. The damage caused by thedisaster had been severe enough tosignificantly endanger the saftey andwell-being of the animals and dedicatedstaff. Through Anicom’s donation, IFAW wasable to award a $10,138.86 emergency grant
to Association L’Arche de Noé to finish
repairs to their shelter and veterinary clinic.

Portions from the funds given were also able
to, cover expenses for sterilizations,vaccinations and other veterinary treatment fordogs and cats within communities recoveringfrom the earthquake. Spaying and neutering
dogs from particularly dense population areas
will help control the pet population and reduce
the spread of disease.
Several dogs and cats received lifesaving
veterinary services, including one tumor
removal, two eye surgeries (one dog, onecat), and several treatments for infections.
Those animals needing additional care willcontinue to live at the shelter while thehealthier animals will be released back to their
original neighborhood.

Report prepared for Anicom Holdings, Inc. Japan© L’Arche de NoéThanks to Anicom’s donation, L’Arche de Noéremains determined to continue the rebuilding
process of its shelter to provide a safe andloving environment for its resident animals.

Several weeks after the earthquake in Morocco, animals treated by L’Arche de Noé
were recovering well in the clinic’s care.

38 dogs and 50 cats were rescued, sterilized, and given
care at the shelter.
35 bags of kibble (700 kg) were purchased; this fed theanimals for approximately 15 days.
Veterinary facility, donkey stables, dog kennels, playyards and water tower repaired.

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ERHAM Association

Group of dogs being fed.

After the earthquake EHRAM Association contacted IFAW for assistance.
After careful vetting, and a recommendation from an animal welfareorganization which had worked with them outside of a disaster capacity,
we determined that their work in supporting roaming and abandoned
domestic animals was reputable and impactful.

800 cats and 200 dogs living inthese remote areas continue to be
fed through Anicom’s donation.

ERHAM Association mobilized immediately to distribute pet food for catsand dogs living in villages affected by the earthquake. As these areas
began to recover, their focus turned to food distribution to those most in
need, particularly temporary tented villages within the mountains
experiencing harsh winters.
ERHAM is collaborating with the local government to offer sterilization
clinics soon. As Morocco is home to a significant overpopulation ofroaming cats and dogs, many of which become displaced and lose theircaretakers following a disaster, there are high incidences of rabies.
Vet care for ill or injured animals is often uncommon, and spaying andneutering will reduce unwanted litters, overall suffering, and the spread of
disease leaving people to feel safer while living in close proximity tothese animals.

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A stray village cat.

Cats amongst the rubble following the 6.8 magnitude earthquake.

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Alhaya Organization forProtection of Wildlife (AOPWMO)& The Libyan Wildlife Trust

A team member from Alhaya Organization for the Protection of Wildlife and Marine Organisms treats a dog impacted by flooding
in Libya.

After hearing the news of the collective damage within
Libya, our colleagues located in the Middle East andNorth Africa office reached out to their contacts to see
how IFAW could be of assistance. Both AOPWMO &The Libyan Wildlife Trust came as recommendations as
they are both members of the International Union forConservation of Nature (IUCN) and are well-respectedby national government authorities.

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Following the collapse of the two dams, these two
local organizations were each awarded US$5,000 incollaboration with one another to support field
assessments in Derna and the surrounding
mountainous areas to map, assess, and document
any unmet care that was still needed. During the field
assessment, responders distributed food for livestock
and provided emergency veterinary treatment tostabilize injured animals.

April 2024

© ALOPWMOTeam members from Alhaya Organization for the Protection of Wildlife and Marine Organisms treat a cat impacted by flooding in Libya.

The results of the field assessment found that the mostnotable damage to the areas was the contamination ofnatural springs, bodies of water, and seawater with waste
petroleum due to the destruction of fuel stations andstorage facilities. Responders reported that thousands oflivestock perished and those that survived required
veterinary care and supplemental fodder; over 1,100
beehives were lost, impacting beekeepers and thesurviving flora that depends on pollination; and that theEgyptian turtle habitat south of Derna had been impacted
by the storm surge and pollution debris. It was also notedthat the soil erosion deeply impacted orchards, fruit andvegetable farms.

Report prepared for Anicom Holdings, Inc. JapanDue to these timely field assessments, the two teams wereable to quickly shift their focus towards the distribution offood and veterinary care to the surviving animals. While
treating the animals for wounds caused by the disaster, theteams also discovered the spread of a virus among thedomestic animals. Vaccinations and immune-boostingvitamins were swiftly administered to treat and prevent thisvirus from further spreading to other surviving animals andthe surrounding population of people.

April 2024

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A team members from Alhaya Organization for the Protection of Wildlife and Marine Organisms
treats a goat impacted by flooding in Libya.

Satellite image of coastal road after floods in Derna, Libya on September 13, 2023.

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Several weeks after the earthquake inMorocco, animals treated by L’Arche deNoé are recovering well in the clinic’s care.

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A donkey rescued from the devastating earthquake in
Morocco and treated for serious injuries by the L’Archede Noé team.

The L’Arche de Noé team rescues a dog trapped in debris from amountain that collapsed in the devastating earthquake in Morocco.

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