Silverton Medical Rescue

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

This week, our team participated in a multi-agency MCI training at La Plata Airport:

10/01/2026

“I think most of you know me, but if not — I’m Tyler George, director of Silverton Medical Rescue. I was born and raised here, and working in EMS in Silverton is something of a family tradition: my uncle Tom Galbraith worked on the ambulance, my dad Chris George volunteered for years as an EMT, and my mom and brother both worked on the ambulance too.

We’ve come a long way from our all-volunteer roots, and none of it would have been possible without the countless people who dedicated their time to this service. To everyone who has ever worked or volunteered for Silverton Ambulance or Search & Rescue, thank you.

A few years ago, we combined our Ambulance and Rescue services, and since then we’ve run high-profile rescues and earned some real recognition, including the CSAR Award for Valor and the EMSAC Presidential Award, one of the highest honors an EMS service in Colorado can receive. It is only through the support we receive from the community that we were able to win these awards, and we hope they are as proud as we are.

Ten years ago, the citizens of San Juan County voted for a sales tax increase that allowed us to improve our emergency services system. That support has saved lives. We are always cognizant of the responsibility we have to the voters to honor that support, and we do not take it lightly.

Now we’re starting our next chapter: planning a new EMS and emergency management building, with space for training programs like CPR, basic life support, and Stop the Bleed — built to serve a growing community into the future.

Thank you for 50 years of support. I’m proud of what we’ve built together.”

Tyler George
Director
Silverton Medical Rescue

09/30/2026

Peeping season, be aware! Frequent stoppers, drivers turning around to take photos, and unpredictable roads with fog and inclement weather. Be safe out there!

09/28/2026

A shout out to our sister SAR program Everest Fire Rescue, working in the Khumbu Region of Nepal:

Late Friday night, they sent a team of 6 out to rescue a guided group of 11 sherpas and trekkers trapped by unseasonal monsoon snowfall. The mission began at around 16,000’ below Island Peak.  

After 6 long hours of trudging through knee-deep snow, they were able to make contact with the larger group struggling their way down. All were assisted safely back to camp, including a few helpless animals stranded along the way.🤎

09/16/2026

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...A portion of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Northwest San Juan Mountains, San Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
This also includes the Gold Mountain, Elk and Ferris burn scars as well as areas of steep, susceptible terrain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Recent heavy rainfall in southwest Colorado has led to already
saturated ground. In addition, multiple rounds of showers and
thunderstorms are expected Wednesday afternoon through Thursday evening producing periods of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Silverton Medical Rescue San Juan County Colorado Sheriff’s Office Silverton - San Juan Fire And Rescue Authority

09/07/2026

Stranded rappeller on Jagged Mountain in the remote Weminuche Wilderness leading to lead climbing and rope pick-offs: complicated mission and an overnight stay for a single rappeller cliffed out

Jagged Mountain is a remote, highly technical 13,833-foot peak located deep in the Weminuche Wilderness of southwestern Colorado. Fifth class climbing with end of summer afternoon rains means challenging conditions for helicopters and rescue teams.

Don’t travel alone, carry a satellite SOS device like a Garmin InReach, and always know the route.

09/02/2026

Support our nonprofit combined EMS/SAR organization by checking out our merch on our website. All proceeds go to training and equipment, and every bit counts. Thank you!

👕 ☕️ Want to check out our store? Go to our site (linked in bio) and click Support Us

09/02/2026

Support us and some other local EMS organizations by volunteering at this large-scale medical scenario @ La Plata Airport October 7

Casting call: Durango-La Plata County Airport is recruiting volunteers to play the role of plane crash victims with fake injuries – or worse – as part of an emergency exercise training.

➡️ Read the full story or hit play and listen 🎧: https://www.durangoherald.com/articles/news/durango-airport-looks-for-volunteers-for-emergency-training/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook