Survival In The Wilderness
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
General Land Survival Tips
In extreme weather (hot or cold), do not use the vehicle as a shelter....
In Memoriam
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Line-of-duty Deaths of
Fire, Emergency Medical Service and Rescue Personnel
This web site memorial section is dedicated to public safety...
Tornadoes
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
One of the most destructive natural phenomena, tornadoes are swirling winds that spin at phenomenal speeds of up...
Fire Fighting information Links
Aberdeen Fire Department (MD)
Abbottstown PA Fire Company
Abilene TX Fire Department
Anchorage AK Fire Department
Australian Emergency Services
Bayonne NJ Division of Fire
Beaufort SC Fire/Rescue
Bellevue Fire Department (WA)
Benedict...
Dog Bite Safety
Preventing and Avoiding Dog Bites
An estimated 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs each year. While some 2,500 of these...
Wanted! Command Supervisors & Officers
Are you interested in joining the Task Force? Do you have what it takes to not only join the Task Force but become a...
Landslides
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Damage To Homes By Landslides
WHAT ARE LANDSLIDES?
What Are Landslides?
Landslides are rock, earth, or debris flows on slopes due...
Requirements For Ranger Status
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Ranger applicants must have the following upon application. This ensures a well-rounded expert in the emergency services field. Upon acceptance...
Benefits of Being Part of the U.S. SAR Task Force
United States
Local, State and Federal recognition as a U.S. SAR Task Force Specialist
Training in numerous...
