When a natural disaster or animal disease outbreak causes widespread animal mortality, rapid response and disposal are critical. Washington State Dept. of Agriculture (WSDA) has developed this geodatabase to help identify some of the possible carcass disposal options that may be available during animal mortality events.  <o:p></o:p> In the event of a Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreak, the USDA FAD PReP/NAHEMS Guidelines: Disposal document provides guidance on choosing and using the best disposal methods for a range of situations.<o:p></o:p> The data displayed on this map includes landfills, rendering plants, pet crematoriums, and incinerators (each symbolized by a different color), along with attributes of each (viewed by clicking on each point).  There are three additional layers identifying boundaries of Washington conservation districts, local health jurisdictions and solid waste collection company boundaries. Transportation and disposal of animal carcasses in Washington State must comply with federal, state, and local requirements, including local health department regulations. <o:p></o:p> WSDA does not regulate the facilities included in this map and the data does not represent all potential disposal options in the state. During emergency situations and natural disasters, other disposal options might be identified on a case-by-case basis. Consult with Washington State departments of Agriculture and Ecology to help determine the best methods for carcass disposal options during these scenarios. <o:p></o:p>