Vernon Search And Rescue

• Search and rescue urging people to be cautious during transition from fall to winter

  While it's always best to be prepared in the outdoors, COSAR says it's especially important at this time of year, as weather can change quickly leading to unexpected conditions.

  Canada

  Nov 5, 2023
  
• Missing senior in North Okanagan found safe

  “An immediate search was launched that included resources from both the RCMP and Vernon Search and Rescue,” said police.

  Canada

  Oct 17, 2023
  
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• Rescue helicopter needed after ATV accident near Enderby, B.C.

  Veron Search and Rescue said two people were involved in a backcountry ATV accident. It also said they were lucky to have cellphone access but warned that isn't always available.

  Canada

  Oct 13, 2023
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• Family calls on American sonar experts for missing kayaker search in B.C. lake

  The family is now pinning their hopes on Gene and Sandy Ralston, an American couple who specializes in recovering drowned victims using side scan sonar equipment.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2023
• Search continues for missing fishing boat captain on Okanagan Lake

  Const. Chris Terleski said the search for a fisherman whose boat capsized Monday on Okanagan Lake is a 'missing person investigation.'

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2023
• Missing kayaker on Kalamalka Lake presumed drowned

  Police say a 26-year-old was among a group of kayakers out on Kalamalka Lake in the North Okanagan Monday evening when a storm suddenly rolled in. He is believed to have drowned.

  Canada

  Jul 27, 2023
• Search continues for missing boater, kayaker on Okanagan and Kalamalka lakes

  It's day two of the search for a pair of men who went missing on Okanagan and Kalamalka lakes Monday night when severe windstorm that swept through the region.

  Investigations

  Jul 26, 2023
• Lost hikers brought to safety near Vernon, B.C.

  Vernon Search and Rescue launched a rescue Saturday after two hikers on Pinnacle Lake signaled for help using the satellite-based SOS function on their newer model iPhone.

  Canada

  Jun 11, 2023
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• Vernon Search and Rescue members unveil new headquarters

  Vernon Search and Rescue headquarters are moving after long outgrowing their building on Aberdeen Road.

  Lifestyle

  May 17, 2023
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• 2 stranded on flooded road rescued by Vernon Search and Rescue

  VSAR said two people got stuck on Whiteman Creek Forest Service Road when their way out was impaired by flood damage. A crew helped find a safe route across the creek.

  Canada

  May 12, 2023