Good advice from @USCGSoutheast - same applies with us @RCM_SAR.
To report a marine emergency in BC, use VHF radio channel 16 or dial 911, or by cell phone dial #727 (SAR) or *16.
Be safe out there. #SavingLivesOnTheWater#RCM_SAR 🛟
During an emergency, it's critical to use the proper channels to report distress—NOT social media. To reach the @USCG, use VHF radio channel 16 or dial 911.
Our social media accounts are not monitored 24/7, and messages may not be seen right away, causing delays in rescue efforts
In advance of the busy boating season ahead, #RCMSAR Station 61 Pender Harbour would like #SunshineCoast residents and visitors to know how you can reach them when faced with an emergency on the water. Read more: https://t.co/JuoRvMEGE5
#safeboatingawarenessweek
Summer is coming and your lifejacket is calling on this #NationalLifejacketDay!
If you plan on going on the water this long weekend, don’t forget your safety gear! Your life jacket is the trendiest item, because it could save your life 😉
It's #NationalLifejacketDay 🦺 We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Western Group to promote water safety through our Kids Don't Float program. More children will have FREE access to lifejackets @ 100+ PFD loaner stations. THANK YOU WESTERN‼️ https://t.co/RnLBK81cpI
Today marks Search and Rescue Volunteer Memorial Day in BC. #SAR Representatives & Minister @BowinnMa met today on the grounds of the #BCLeg to pay respect to those who lost their lives trying to save others. We ask that you to take a moment to think of the our #SARvolunteers🙏
Best Wishes for a Safe Holiday Season!
From your Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Volunteers at Station Oak Bay. #MerryChristmas#SavingLivesOnTheWater 🎅🎄❄️
🚨 RCMSAR Impact Alert 🚨 This past week, #volunteers from #RCMSAR Stations 5 (Crescent Beach), 29 (Ladysmith), 34 (Cowichan), 39 (Port Alberni), 59 (Deep Bay) and Station 1 (West Vancouver) responded to calls for help. Most calls were due to mechanical failure of the vessels.
Mariners around #Nanaimo are kept safe by @rcmsar_nanaimo volunteers 24/7/365
Loved the tour of their lifesaving work, supported by @BCGovNews & generous community donors
@RCM_SAR has 30 stations on BC's coast & lots of dedicated #volunteers
Thanks to @NanaimoChamber for hosting