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Search and Rescue (SAR) in Whatcom County is made up of several groups that form a council, each with its own specialized training and skills.

Whether someone is stranded on a mountain, lost on a trail or has wandered away from a special care facility, SAR volunteers respond to help.

The groups that make up the Search and Rescue Council include:

  • Whatcom County Sheriff's Office
  • Summit to Sound
  • Civil Air Patrol
  • 4x4 Unit
  • Dive Rescue
  • Mountain Rescue

Participation in these groups requires a commitment to train and to respond in emergencies.

You can find out more about what each of these groups do at the Search and Rescue Council website.

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