Code 3 Search and Rescue

Code 3 Search and Rescue Code 3 Search and Rescue is a dedicated volunteer organization committed to providing rapid and professional search and rescue services.

Our team works with law enforcement, families, communities, and emergency management during times of crisis.

T is for Thermal Imaging.Thermal tools can locate heat signatures in brush, woods, and low light. But thermal isn’t magi...
05/29/2026

T is for Thermal Imaging.

Thermal tools can locate heat signatures in brush, woods, and low light. But thermal isn’t magic—animals, warm rocks, and even sun-heated surfaces can look convincing. That’s why trained interpretation matters.

Pro Tips:
• Wear bright, high-contrast clothing.
• Stay on established routes when possible.
• If you’re lost, stay put and make yourself visible.

Search works best when people are easier to see and easier to find.

Logan is one of our great volunteer search and rescue team members. Logan won a Positive Athlete Scholarship. He was no...
05/29/2026

Logan is one of our great volunteer search and rescue team members. Logan won a Positive Athlete Scholarship. He was nominated and was one of the athletes who was chosen, there were over 15,500. Congrats Logan!

Multiple rounds of rainfall are expected from the early morning hours Wednesday through Wednesday night. Be prepared fo...
05/27/2026

Multiple rounds of rainfall are expected from the early morning hours Wednesday through Wednesday night.

Be prepared for rises in creeks and streams, along with renewed flooding issues.

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are forev...
05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are forever grateful for their courage and dedication.

S is for STOP THE BLEED® 🩸 Uncontrolled bleeding is a leading cause of preventable death. Immediate action can mean the ...
05/22/2026

S is for STOP THE BLEED®

🩸 Uncontrolled bleeding is a leading cause of preventable death. Immediate action can mean the difference between life and death. The Stop the Bleed initiative—led by the American College of Surgeons, the Department of Defense, and the Stop the Bleed Coalition—focuses on empowering individuals to respond quickly and effectively in an emergency.

• Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound
• Use a tourniquet for severe limb bleeding
• Pack deep wounds with gauze or cloth
• Call for emergency help as soon as possible

✅️ Preparedness and quick action save lives when every second counts.

R is for Ropes & Technical Systems.Creek banks, embankments, and uneven terrain can turn into high-risk environments. Ro...
05/15/2026

R is for Ropes & Technical Systems.

Creek banks, embankments, and uneven terrain can turn into high-risk environments. Rope systems help manage slopes safely—but the public takeaway is simpler: don’t let terrain quietly escalate.

Pro Tips:
• Avoid steep banks after rain; the ground is unstable.
• Don’t attempt rescues in moving water or on steep slopes without training.
• Call for help early—delay increases risk.

Our teams train for technical environments so we can respond without creating new victims.

Code 3 Search and Rescue would like to wish all the incredible moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day. Thank you for all th...
05/10/2026

Code 3 Search and Rescue would like to wish all the incredible moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day. Thank you for all that you do! Enjoy your day! 🌷💖

Q is for Quick-Access Tools.✅️ Some tools are designed for the first 10 seconds of an emergency: seatbelt cutters, windo...
05/09/2026

Q is for Quick-Access Tools.

✅️ Some tools are designed for the first 10 seconds of an emergency: seatbelt cutters, window breakers, and simple signaling devices. These matter because emergencies are messy and fine motor skills vanish under stress.

Pro Tips:
• Store rescue tools where you can reach them with one hand.
• Keep a whistle on your person (it carries farther than shouting).
• In a vehicle, keep essentials accessible, not buried.

The right equipment reduces risk and buys time when it counts. The right equipment reduces risk and buys time when it counts.



ℹ️ Ready.gov Car emergency kit: https://www.ready.gov/car

P is for Power.🪫 Phones, lights, GPS devices, and emergency alerts all require power. In extreme cold and heat, batterie...
05/01/2026

P is for Power.

🪫 Phones, lights, GPS devices, and emergency alerts all require power. In extreme cold and heat, batteries can degrade. Keeping devices charged and carrying a small backup can be the difference between a quick resolution and a long search.

Power is preparedness you can’t see—until you need it.

✅️ Pack a small power bank on longer outings. It’s one of the simplest safety upgrades you can make.

ℹ️ Build a Kit: https://www.ready.gov/kit

I see two of our Code 3 Search and Rescue team members in the photos! Good luck to the 119th Recruit Class!
04/30/2026

I see two of our Code 3 Search and Rescue team members in the photos! Good luck to the 119th Recruit Class!

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