Kimberley SAR

Mountain Search and Rescue located in SE BC if this an emergency call 911

[Squamish RCMP @SquamishRCMP]

Squamish RCMP, Squamish Fire, and @SquamishSAR continue to extensively search the Quest University and Highlands area for Richie Stelmack. We are asking residents in the area to search their yards, sheds, and garages and notify police if they locate anything.

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

MIT scenarios today in Kimberley! Feel free to say hi and cheer on the MIT’s! https://t.co/oSsMYE1ze2

[BC AdventureSmart @BCAdvSmart]

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[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

It’s still hot 🥵 out there! Do you know the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion? Recognizing the signs early on can make all the difference.
But most importantly, avoiding these conditions is the best practice.
Seek shade
Wear a hat
Drink plenty of water

[BC AdventureSmart @BCAdvSmart]

HEAT STRESSES
🥵Overheating = #heatcramps
🤢 & muscle cramps

DEHYDRATION
💦 losses exceed intake
Dry 👅, 🤮, 😴, dark yellow urine

HIKING IN #HEAT
Go early am, shade is your friend, 💦💦, 🧂, 🧢,🧴, 🥜, 🥑, 🥬, 🍌!
#keepcool #bcadventuresmart
Learn👉🏿https://t.co/s0E7RvDxyf

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

With high and fast water and the recent warm weather, it’s important to remember the hazards around standing and swift water. Please remember your safety gear whenever recreating around water.

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

Kimberley SAR has recently prepared our Swift Water rescue equipment and would like to remind everyone the melting snow and rain can cause water levels to rise suddenly without warning. A reminder to pack all your safety equipment and extra clothing. In case of emergency call 911

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

⚠️Avalanche Canada has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning for several areas including the South Rockies ⚠️
Due to the recent warm weather natural avalanche activity can be expected as the snowpack warms up.

For more information head over to https://t.co/AX99LBhEjk

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

A persistent weak layer in the North Rockies has resulted in two recent fatalities. This layer is also the suspected cause of a near-miss incident in the South Rockies. 2/3

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

Kimberley SAR responded late yesterday afternoon to an avalanche in the Summer Lake area involving a buried individual. Teams were transported by helicopter and moved one subject to a waiting ambulance.
Thank you to all the responders from both Kimberley SAR and Cranbrook SAR.

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Did you know even a small cornice can weigh several tonnes? This video from our Avalanche Canada South Rockies team is a great reminder of why we give cornices a wide berth!
Want to learn more? 👇
https://t.co/l0i2ERYaQ7
Get the forecast 👉https://t.co/JwMaRhQejp
#AvCan #AvySavvy

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

Avalanche Canada has issued a special public avalanche warning for mountains across BC! This includes us here in the East Kootenay’s! This warning remains effective until December 27, 2020. Due to recent weather a critical weak layer has developed 60-100cm below the surface.

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

It might not be the best Christmas gift, but it’s what we get!

Stay safe out there!

[BC AdventureSmart @BCAdvSmart]

We’ll be there, will you❓
#getinformed #avysavvy #avcan
#bcadventuresmart #reduceincidents for @BCSARAssoc
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[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

Avalanche Canada is hosting a free webinar geared toward out of bounds skiing. If you're planning on riding the chair lift but avoiding the crowded runs by ducking the rope, please sign up and attend this free webinar https://t.co/55KToWsE8M

https://t.co/55GB7UXomi

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Tomorrow night's free webinar is about where to shred! 🤘 Join us to learn more about choosing the best terrain for the conditions.

Pre register
https://t.co/EDpRTvYGqU

Get the forecast 👉https://t.co/JwMaRhyDrR #AvCan #AvySavvy

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

Restrictions have limited our face to face practices, so like many other organizations we have been meeting virtually to review procedures in order to stay sharp and on our game when responding to calls.

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

The dangers are real! Here in Kimberley there are mountains in every direction. You may be in an avalanche path and not even know it. Our beloved Nature Park has avalanche hazards you may not be aware of.

[BC AdventureSmart @BCAdvSmart]

There’s plenty of resources avail to get trained & stay safe, & Ms. Riches, who’s been involved in promoting these programs for 16 yrs, sees a growing appetite for knowledge this yr.

“It’s nice to see that thirst for outdoor education,” Ms. Riches said.
https://t.co/VOdMqMDP5j

[Michele (DCI Vera & DI Ash fan)🕵️‍♀️ @SocMedGirlyyj]

Used @BCAdvSmart app for 1st time this afternoon. Just wanted to try it out, so I used a walk in a park as my test trip. Worked like a charm - my contact was informed both times (started/completed). Felt good somebody knew where I was & had detailed info. #getoutside - safely. 👍

[Kimberley SAR @Kimberleysar]

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