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....
Weather Related Information
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Canadian Meteorological Centre Operations Branch
CANWARN Severe Weather Program
Skywarn
Weather Channel
WeatherNet: Software Library
WeatherNet: Travel Cities Weather
Westwide Avalanche Network
Receive today's weather...
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...
Awards Gallery
This website proudly displays the awards bestowed upon the Task Force by various agencies around the world. We are pleased to display these awards...
Avalanches
Avalanches can happen wherever there is snow lying on ground of sufficient angle. Accidents in recent years in most mountain areas
Avalanches
Avalanches can happen wherever...
Topographical Map Basics
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
What is a Topographic Map?
A topographical map is a representation of the Earth, or part of it. Traditionally,...
Chief & Senior Officers
Steven L. Labov, MEMS, CISM, MSO, CERT-3, TAPI
Chief of Department
William R. Ludwig, III, CERT-3, TAPI
Assistant Chief
Stephanie C. Mangigian, RN, CISM
Captain Medical Disaster Operations Unit Commander
Robert E. McKenna, CERT-3,...
Flooding
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
FLOODS AND FLASH FLOODS
Flash floods occur within a few minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, a dam or...
Blizzards
What is a blizzard?
Blizzards are severe winter storms that pack a combination of blowing snow and wind resulting in very low visibilities. While...
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...
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