SAVEM’s Role
SAVEM is a Tier 2 Response and Recovery agency, deploying into all hazards emergencies in South Australia. Our Mission is to assess, rescue, triage, treat, shelter and return to owners, habitat or suitable long-term care, animals of all species.
In response to an Emergency incident where SAVEM’s veterinary expertise is required, SAVEM is Activated by Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA). PIRSA leads the Agriculture and Animal Services Functional Support Group in the South Australian State Emergency Management Plan (the SEMP). After briefings and clearance by the Control Agency (the SA Country Fire Service for bushfire) SAVEM is deployed into the incident ground according to the terms and conditions required by the Control Agency. We collaborate with other similarly accredited agencies, such as the RSPCA, to respond to animal welfare issues in-field, and on request will support and assist PIRSA’s veterinary officers in incidents involving livestock.
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Latest News
Deep Creek fire, Day 8
Today on the Deep Creek fireground we are noticing animals beginning to emerge from places of refuge. This commonly occurs from Day 7 of a fire, and is a pattern documented by SAVEM over 17 years of our operations. Staging has been dismantled which means the SAVEM...
Deep Creek fire, Day 7
SAVEM’s operational response at the Deep Creek fireground continues. The response now has a battle rhythm established with teams deploying daily. The fire is contained, but some areas remain unsafe. We thank all volunteers who have contributed to the response to date...
Deep Creek fire Day 6
Today three SAVEM teams patrolled through the central portion of the fireground, focusing on animal welfare, and the wellbeing of residents. Several small mobs of kangaroos were assessed, along with a Shingleback lizard, being cared for very competently by the...
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