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Georgetown Today
By the People, for the People
Community Rallies to Foster 22 Dogs After Storm Damages Delaware Animal Shelter
Brandywine Valley SPCA still seeks fosters and donations after extended power outage and structural damage from blizzard
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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After a winter storm knocked out power to the Brandywine Valley SPCA's Georgetown campus, including an animal rescue center, the community stepped up to temporarily foster 22 adoptable dogs. While power has been restored, the rescue organization says repair work is just beginning and they still need fosters, donations, and supplies.
Why it matters
The Brandywine Valley SPCA is a critical resource for animal welfare in the Delaware region, and the community's quick response to foster dogs during the crisis highlights the importance of local support for animal shelters, especially in times of emergency.
The details
The power outage and storm damage at the SPCA's Sussex County facilities left the organization's Animal Rescue Center without electricity for an extended period. To ensure the safety and comfort of the 22 dogs housed there, the SPCA put out an urgent call for emergency fosters, which the local community answered. While power has since been restored, the rescue says significant repair work is needed to address issues like downed trees, damaged fencing, and structural problems in outdoor areas.
- A weekend blizzard caused extended power outages and storm damage at the Brandywine Valley SPCA's Sussex County facilities on February 24, 2026.
- Power was restored to the Georgetown Campus, but remained off at the Animal Rescue Center as of February 25, 2026.
- The SPCA was able to temporarily foster out 22 dogs from the Animal Rescue Center during the power outage on February 25, 2026.
The players
Brandywine Valley SPCA
A non-profit animal rescue organization that operates several locations in Delaware, including the Georgetown Campus and Animal Rescue Center that were impacted by the recent storm.
Adam Lamb
The CEO of the Brandywine Valley SPCA, who praised staff and volunteers for their work during the storm and emphasized the need for community support.
What they’re saying
“We are so grateful to the quick work of the community to help us send 22 dogs into foster from our Animal Rescue Center, where we were without power for an extended time.”
— Brandywine Valley SPCA (Facebook)
“With the extended power outage and extensive damage our locations have sustained, we need the community's help now more than ever. Welcoming a dog into your home for a few days will help give these dogs a safe place to stay and allow our teams to focus on cleaning up and repairing storm damage.”
— Adam Lamb, CEO, Brandywine Valley SPCA (Press release)
What’s next
The Brandywine Valley SPCA is still seeking additional fosters, donations, and supplies to help with the ongoing recovery efforts at their Sussex County facilities.
The takeaway
This crisis highlights the vital role that local animal shelters play in a community and the importance of public support, especially during emergencies. The quick response of the Delaware community to foster dogs in need demonstrates the power of neighbors coming together to support a shared cause.
