Rescue team drives into Hurricane Isaias path to save 22 dogs

A late-night emergency rescue operation brought 22 dogs to safety in Bradenton after staff members rushed into the path of Hurricane Isaias to evacuate vulnerable animals. Bradenton animal shelter rescueLate Friday night, 22 dogs arrived at Nate's Honor Animal Rescue in Bradenton. Staff members worked late into the night, with some even reporting on their day off, to triage and care for the new arrivals.Most of the rescued dogs are seniors or require special medical attention. Among them is Betty White, a completely blind dog who is already doing well and wagging her tail in safe hands.Hurricane Isaias shelter evacuationThe University of Florida’s Shelter Medicine Program put out an urgent call for help Friday morning. They asked partner facilities to take in animals from shelters in the storm's crosshairs, including one facility with outdoor kennels.One dedicated Nate’s staff member immediately stepped up to drive straight into the storm's path. The high-stakes effort came together in