PETA Asia helps rescue animals from Taal Volcano Island

Talisay residents, with assistance from PETA Asia, rescued approximately 30 horses and five cows from Taal Volcano Island.

Many residents, such as Alfredo Daet, defied mandatory evacuation orders to save their animals, which are essential for their livelihood.

PETA Asia reported being surprised by the number of live animals found on the island despite the volcanic ash.

The organization is offering a farm in Alfonso, Cavite as a temporary sanctuary for rescued animals, with at least 30 horses already housed there.

Some residents have opted to sell their animals, with horses priced as low as P3,500 and goats for P13,000.

Despite PETA's efforts to prevent the slaughter of animals, they acknowledge residents' need to sell them for income.

Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 4, indicating the potential for a hazardous explosive eruption.