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Ropes & Knots
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Ropes
A rope is an indispensable lifeline for a climber, rescuer, etc. It is one of the few elements...
Flooding
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FLOODS AND FLASH FLOODS
Flash floods occur within a few minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, a dam or...
Survival In The Wilderness
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General Land Survival Tips
In extreme weather (hot or cold), do not use the vehicle as a shelter....
Landslides
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Damage To Homes By Landslides
WHAT ARE LANDSLIDES?
What Are Landslides?
Landslides are rock, earth, or debris flows on slopes due...
Why Search and Rescue?
Being lost or in need of rescue is a terrifying experience. It can also lead to a slow and horrible death. The United...
Hypothermia and Cold Weather Injuries
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How We Lose Heat to the Environment
Radiation - loss of heat to the environment due to the...
Dogs In Search & Rescue
Most of us have seen search and rescue dogs locating lost children on television shows. On TV, dogs use any means possible to find...
Tsunami
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Tsunami, also known as seismic sea waves, are caused by sudden changes in the seafloor, generally earthquakes and...
Topographical Map Basics
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What is a Topographic Map?
A topographical map is a representation of the Earth, or part of it. Traditionally,...
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