Search and Rescue Departments
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is spread by the bite of ticks that are infected with Borreli burgdorferi. On the Pacific Coast, the bacteria are transmitted to...
Terrorism
What Is Terrorism?
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines terrorism as "the unlawful use of force against persons or property to intimidate or coerce...
Hypothermia and Cold Weather Injuries
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
How We Lose Heat to the Environment
Radiation - loss of heat to the environment due to the...
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In Memoriam
Space Shuttle Columbia And Her Crew
February...
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
The Elk Bath picture above, was taken by the Alaskan Type I Incident Management Team (John McColgan) on August 6, 2000 on the East...
Sponsors & Supporters
We have set up this special section and would like to take this opportunity to thank our 2016/2017 sponsors and supporters of the United...
Benefits
Benefits
of Being Part of the U.S. SAR Task Force
Local, State and Federal recognition as a U.S. SAR...
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...
The United States Search and Rescue Rangers
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
When a person is lost or endangered or when a disaster occurs, seconds can mean the difference between life...
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