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Kamloops Search and Rescue

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Kamloops Search and Rescue volunteer members are all ages and from all walks of life. They share a common interest in providing important life-saving services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All team members are skilled in ground searches and are trained in the use of snowmobiles and UTVs. Interested individuals can also receive further training in rope, swift water, ice rescue, and other specialized disciplines. Strong community support, at many levels, allows us to provide this essential service.

KSAR is called out by the Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) to assist the RCMP, BC Emergency Health Services, and BC Coroners Office as well as providing alerts and evacuation assistance during events such as wildfires or floods for civic and municipal governments.

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Hours on task last year
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Total volunteer hours

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Kamloops Search and Rescue
2 days ago
Kamloops Search and Rescue

Yesterday, Tuesday, July 15, while intentionally but unofficially paddling on the Thompson River, a member of KSAR’s Swiftwater Team discovered the body of the individual who went missing in the water at Overlander Park in Kamloops last week.
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the deceased. We wish you all strength in this difficult time and hope that you will find peace in the days ahead.

KSAR members are proud to serve the Kamloops area and its surrounding communities, and we will continue to do so with dedication and compassion. We never stop searching for lost loved ones, and we always hope we can provide families with some form of closure, if that’s possible.

We also want to acknowledge the countless, often unseen hours our Search and Rescue volunteers contribute. These quiet efforts frequently go unnoticed, but they make a vital difference when it matters most. (DG)

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Yesterday, Tuesday, July 15, while intentionally but unofficially paddling on the Thompson River, a member of KSAR’s Swiftwater Team discovered the body of the individual who went missing in the water at Overlander Park in Kamloops last week. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the deceased. We wish you all strength in this difficult time and hope that you will find peace in the days ahead. KSAR members are proud to serve the Kamloops area and its surrounding communities, and we will continue to do so with dedication and compassion. We never stop searching for lost loved ones, and we always hope we can provide families with some form of closure, if that’s possible. We also want to acknowledge the countless, often unseen hours our Search and Rescue volunteers contribute. These quiet efforts frequently go unnoticed, but they make a vital difference when it matters most. (DG) 📷Ryan Fisher
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Kamloops Search and Rescue
3 days ago
Kamloops Search and Rescue

The KSAR Swiftwater team conducted training again on Sunday. Regular training will help us improve emergency response to the numerous lakes, rivers, creeks, and other bodies of water within our operational area.

🔴Some safety reminders:

‼Always be cautious around moving water. If you are unfamiliar with the area and cannot assess the conditions, do not enter the water.
🛟Swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards, such as Riverside Park.
‼Wear a personal flotation device (PFD) or life jacket and never swim alone.
😎Actively supervise children around water, and designate a water watcher.
⛵️Always wear a life jacket when boating
🌊Be aware of currents and other hazards, and enter the water feet first.
❎Avoid alcohol before or during swimming or boating.
❄️And keep in mind that moving water can take heat away from your body 25 times faster than air.

For more info about water safety, go to:
www.kamloops.ca/public-safety/creating-safe-places/water-safety
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The KSAR Swiftwater team conducted training again on Sunday. Regular training will help us improve emergency response to the numerous lakes, rivers, creeks, and other bodies of water within our operational area. 🔴Some safety reminders: ‼Always be cautious around moving water. If you are unfamiliar with the area and cannot assess the conditions, do not enter the water. 🛟Swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards, such as Riverside Park. ‼Wear a personal flotation device (PFD) or life jacket and never swim alone. 😎Actively supervise children around water, and designate a water watcher. ⛵️Always wear a life jacket when boating 🌊Be aware of currents and other hazards, and enter the water feet first. ❎Avoid alcohol before or during swimming or boating. ❄️And keep in mind that moving water can take heat away from your body 25 times faster than air. For more info about water safety, go to: https://www.kamloops.ca/public-safety/creating-safe-places/water-safety (DG)Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Kamloops Search and Rescue
6 days ago
Kamloops Search and Rescue

After a long day yesterday the task was stood down. All teams returned safely to base(s)

We want pass along our gratitude to the organizations that supported us through this operation.

Kamloops SAR, Barriere SAR, North Thompson Jet Boat tours, Vavenby Fire Department, Clearwater Fire Department - Drone team, Blackpool Fire Department, Clearwater RCMP detachment and RCMP Air Services - Air 3 ... See MoreSee Less

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Kamloops Search and Rescue
1 week ago
Kamloops Search and Rescue

KSAR has been assigned to assist Wells Gray Search and Rescue in the search for a missing person in the North Thompson River. The team is currently en route to the location.
Teams are operational today north of Clearwater along Highway 5 and the North Thompson River on the shores and on the water.. We kindly ask that if you encounter search and rescue teams at work, please provide them with the necessary space to operate effectively. Thank you for your cooperation. (DG) ... See MoreSee Less

KSAR has been assigned to assist Wells Gray Search and Rescue in the search for a missing person in the North Thompson River. The team is currently en route to the location. Teams are operational today north of Clearwater along Highway 5 and the North Thompson River on the shores and on the water.. We kindly ask that if you encounter search and rescue teams at work, please provide them with the necessary space to operate effectively. Thank you for your cooperation. (DG)
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Kamloops Search and Rescue
1 week ago
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🔴TASK UPDATE:
Monday, July 7th, members from KSAR, along with Vernon Search And Rescue Group Society, and Hummingbird Drones, conducted a thorough search of the waters and nearby shores of the Thompson River. KSAR deployed nine members, including three swift water technicians equipped with kayaks, while VSAR assisted with their boat and sonar equipment. Hummingbird Drones provided valuable aerial support.

This week, KSAR will assist the RCMP dive team with recovery operations. We are grateful to VSAR, Hummingbird Drones, and the RCMP for their invaluable contributions to this search. Our thoughts are with the friends and family of the missing person during this difficult time. (DG) ... See MoreSee Less

🔴TASK UPDATE: Monday, July 7th, members from KSAR, along with Vernon Search And Rescue Group Society, and Hummingbird Drones, conducted a thorough search of the waters and nearby shores of the Thompson River. KSAR deployed nine members, including three swift water technicians equipped with kayaks, while VSAR assisted with their boat and sonar equipment. Hummingbird Drones provided valuable aerial support. This week, KSAR will assist the RCMP dive team with recovery operations. We are grateful to VSAR, Hummingbird Drones, and the RCMP for their invaluable contributions to this search. Our thoughts are with the friends and family of the missing person during this difficult time. (DG)
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