Iron County Search and Rescue

04/01/2026

Spring is finally here!! And that means it is time for our Annual First Responders Open House. Please come and bring the family to see all the cool things that every agency does that makes our community stay safe and work together. All age groups welcome with goodies to take home and interactive activities:) If you have any questions, please contact the Sheriff's Office @ 435-867-7500 :)

03/30/2026

Please plan to attend the su***de prevention training that will be held March 30 at 5:30 p.m. in the Cedar Breaks Room in the Sharwan Smith Center at SUU. I highly encourage any who are able to attend this event. Hope to see ya'll there!

03/17/2026

It's Finally that time. Jr. Deputy 2026 is here and accepting applications. There are 15 slots we are needing to fill so this is a first come first serve program. We are super excited for this years Cadets:) If you have any questions please call the number on the flyer or stop by at the address listed.

03/14/2026

Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce for this award. We are honored and blessed to be receiving this recognition. Thank you from all us!

03/12/2026

03/10/2026

The Cedar City Police Department is looking to identify this person. If you know who he is, please contact Detective Heaps, 435-586-2956.

02/13/2026

Congrats on your retirement Sgt. Bonzo!! You will be greatly missed!! If you get bored and want to dust off your old search and rescue badge let us know!

02/03/2026

Search and Rescue Call-Out – Cedar Mountain January 31, 2026
On January 31st at approximately 7:30 p.m., Iron County Search and Rescue was dispatched for four young men in two separate vehicles, from the St. George area who became stranded while traveling over Cedar Mountain.

While crossing the mountain, the group encountered multiple downed trees blocking the roadway, and 10"-12" of snow preventing them from moving forward or turning around. With daylight gone, temperatures dropping, and no safe route out, Search and Rescue was requested.

A total of six Search and Rescue responders deployed using snowmobiles, along with a tracked side-by-side, to access the area. Teams were able to locate both vehicles and all four individuals. Everyone was found safe and uninjured.

The group was safely escorted off the mountain and reunited with their parents at the Webster Flat turnoff on Highway 14. Search and Rescue personnel returned to the SAR building at approximately 10:30 p.m., concluding the operation.

Public Safety Reminder
Winter travel in mountain areas can change rapidly. Snow accumulation, fallen timber, and impassable roads can occur without warning — especially after storms or wind events. What may be passable during daylight hours can quickly become dangerous after dark.

Before traveling in winter conditions:
Check road and weather conditions
Carry cold-weather gear, food, water, and emergency supplies
Travel with a charged phone and backup power
Let someone know your route and expected return time
Avoid pushing past known obstacles or barriers
This incident ended safely due to early communication, cooperation, and a timely response — but many similar situations can escalate quickly.
Preparedness and good decision-making save lives.

01/24/2026

On Monday - January 19 - we had a training that related to one of our recent snow callouts. If you look back to our post from the January 9th callout, you will see we encountered a case of mild hypothermia. The situation was handled with care by our snow team, and it was decided that a refresher for the whole team would be a good ide.

We went over what to do in situations like this, how to build a fire to prevent it or help if we are unable to get a patient out, and learned how to make a hypothermia burrito.

If you do encounter a case of hypothermia, please remember to warm the patient slowly, focusing on the core. Heat packs or warm watter bottles can be placed on the chest or under the arms. Get wet clothing off, and warm/dry clothing on. More information on what to do if you do encounter a case like this is forthcoming. We appreciate all the members of Search and Rescue for all they do. Especially the trainers for putting together the training this week.

01/15/2026

Cpl. Branden Rowley works with our group and does a great job. Happy to see him recognized and extend our congratulations as well.

The Iron County Sheriff's Office is honored to introduce & congratulate:

☆ Deputy Ben Rowley
☆ Cpl. Branden Rowley
☆ Deputy Brendan Humphries
☆ Deputy Levi Arteaga
☆ Deputy Hadley Hickman

We are proud of all of your hard work & accomplishments 💪🏼 Welcome to our team!!