Search and rescue service
Whatcom County Search & Rescue
Whatcom County Search and Rescue Council is a non-profit organization comprised of over 200 trained and certified volunteers who specialize in various search and rescue operations, including foot search, mobile emergency transport, snowmobile, dive, technical rope, and swiftwater rescue. They provide a wide range of services, such as traditional search and rescue missions, wilderness first aid, urban searches for lost individuals, evidence search, safety patrols for events, and wilderness safety education. Additionally, they have played a crucial role in flood rescue, delivery of essential supplies during the pandemic, transportation assistance during severe weather events, and condition monitoring. Operating under the principles of the Incident Command System, Whatcom County Search and Rescue Council is committed to maintaining a constant state of readiness for search, rescue, recovery, and incident response. They work in affiliation with state and local emergency management agencies and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, or other factors. Their specialized units, including the 4x4 unit, ground search teams, mountain rescue, emergency communications group, dive rescue, and snowmobile unit, provide expertise and equipment for various search and rescue scenarios, ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.Generated from the website