People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Asia (PETA), on Wednesday, reminded the public to ensure the safety of their pets during Tropical Storm Kristine.

In a statement, the animal welfare organization advised pet parents of the following disaster preparation plans to save the lives of cats, dogs, and other animals during the typhoon:

• If at all avoidable, never leave animals behind
• Never tie animals up or leave them caged
• Ensure animals have access to high levels of land to avoid floodwaters
• During evacuation, place small animals in cages and dogs leashed. Bring water, food bowls, their favorite toys, a towel and a week’s worth of food.
• Save other animals in need, such as strays or animals abandoned by others

“In cases of emergency, in which an animal’s life is in immediate danger, call PETA’s emergency rescue line at 0999 888 PETA (7382),” the statement read.

A similar call was made by PETA during Typhoon Carina.

As of PAGASA’s 2 p.m. cyclone bulletin for Tropical Storm Kristine on Wednesday, there are already 31 areas under Signal No. 2.

The possibility of raising Signal No. 3 over some areas during the forecast period has also been considered.

Meanwhile, 3 persons were reported dead in the Bicol Region due to the effects of the storm.

Kristine is predicted to intensify into a severe tropical storm before making a landfall over the province of Isabela on Wednesday night. —Jiselle Anne Casucian/RF, GMA Integrated News