A spill of support

Veterinarians head up various organizations that are either poised to help or are already helping. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, for example, is directed by Dr. Mike Strain. At press time, he reported the organization had moved 3,000 cages to the southern tip of Louisiana to aid rescued animals. He also said additional resources are being directed to staging areas along the coast to help biologists and wildlife rehabilitation specialists care for oiled birds and other mammals. Florida veterinarian Dr. Norm Griggs roused up 7,000 volunteers who are ready to get to work if and when the spill reaches Florida. And Dr.