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The Marine Rescue Team is a fully mobile rapid deployment Water Rescue Team. Kennedy Jr. Piper Saratoga off the east coast on July 1999.

Commanded by Captain David Wheeler, the Marine Rescue Team was established in August 1999, to administer a program which provides for the immediate response and timely arrival of a specially trained and equipped Dive Team, to respond to requests for rescues involving Drownings, Near-Drownings or Water Related Rescues. In addition, they apply special procedures and search techniques for locating an

d removing patients from hazards, and provide additional assistance to BLS and ALS personnel when necessary according to medical and operational protocol. As a member of the Tidewater Regional Underwater Search and Rescue Team, this team continues to excel resulting in requests by regional, state and national organizations for assistance. Just to name a few such requests as the Flight TWA 800 crash on July 1996 and the search for John F.

06/06/2026

This morning at approximately 09:20, a distress call was received by the Coast Guard for a capsized vessel in the vicinity of the Chesapeake Bay.

Our crews were dispatched to the scene where we were able to assist Hampton Fire and U.S. Coast Guard Sector Virginia in ensuring all involved parties were recovered safely and that the vessel wouldn’t pose a risk to other mariners.

Not everyday will there be a distress call. However, it’s days like this where our training, swift response and collaboration with other agencies at the local, state, and federal level help provide better outcomes to these situations.

06/05/2026

🎥 The other morning we had the pleasure to sit alongside Chesapeake Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad on The Hampton Roads Show and share a little bit about our mission and our role in the community. 😎

While on, we were given the ability to share what we do, how we help, and the impact we have on the community providing emergency services to those who need it most. 🛟🚑

Additionally, we were able to share more about our upcoming fundraiser on June 13th and how it, as well as donations contribute to us! Help from family, friends, neighbors and the community plays a large role in keeping us mission ready. 🌊⚓️

Being able to share that message on a larger platform was a great honor, thank you again to The Hampton Roads Show for having us on!

In case you didn’t see it, have a peek at the link below! ⬇️ 👀
https://www.wavy.com/hr-show/hrs-providing-emergency-response-to-the-community/

06/01/2026

🚑 🌊 Most people take the weekend off to relax, yet our team relaxes in a different way and is out there helping those who need it the most.

This past weekend our team, Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad, and Virginia Beach Emergency Communications & Citizen Services hosted a valuable training aimed not only at fostering inter-agency operations but to help strengthen responses and coordination to water rescues. 💪 😎

🏖️ Not every rescue squad is by the ocean, but that doesn’t mean they’ll never face a water related rescue. 🛟

‼️The importance of the training was to help improve members coordination of water rescues, drowning response, and beach/cart operations. This training was not only important for those unfamiliar with water rescues, but for those familiar with them, allowing them to strengthen their skills and teamwork. 👏

On this training we had members present from Ocean Park, Davis Corner Volunteer Rescue Squad, Sandbridge Volunteer Rescue Squad, Virginia Beach Emergency Communicates & Citizens Services, and Career Virginia Beach EMS personnel. 🚑 ☎️ 🛥️

05/26/2026

While Memorial Day weekend marks the start of our summer season. Today we take a moment to thank all those who give and have given their lives to protect our country.

We want to extend our appreciation to all those dedicated to serving our country and who have put their lives on the line to defend our freedom. Even more, we honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives to defend our nation.

While we start our summer season, we remember and are grateful for the sacrifices made.

05/23/2026

👀 🛥️ Check out what some of our crews got up recently with Coast Guard Station Little Creek!

They were able to engage in some small boat training with our Coast Guard partners and harness their skills on boat handling, coordination and team work! 💪

We’re thankful for them as well as anytime we get to train and practice with them to strengthen our skills and teamwork! 🌊 🛟

05/22/2026

⛅️🚣‍♂️ As the weather heats up and more people head out on the water, ask yourself, what “canoe” do to stay safe and keep others safe on the water?

As part of National Safe Boating Week, we want to share some tips and reminders to help you whether you’re on a boat, paddle board, or canoe. We have some safety suggestions that could brighten your day ☀️

🛟 Wear a life jacket
🚫 Avoid Alcohol while operating a watercraft
🏘️ Create a float plan and share it with someone
🗣️Carry sound producing signals (like a whistle)
💡 If out at night, have appropriate lighting
🌤️ Stay hydrated and wear sunscreen
📡A communication device (VHF radio/Phone depending on the watercraft your in)
📑 Remember that kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards may be considered as boats in some locations, check the local regulations

Following these tips can help save you, as safe boating starts with you! As always check your local regulations to know what you need to stay safe, and that we’re always here to help!

05/19/2026

😬 Oops looks like someone shared our camera roll!! Wonder how that could’ve happened? 🤔🤷‍♂️

Oh well… anyways… if you’re ready for a new adventure and to start filling up your phone with some of the coolest photos and videos 😎
Consider joining our team! We’re always looking for new members and we’d love to have you!

Some of the perks are:
Making a difference in your community 🏘️
Advocating for water safety 🛟
Helping people in water emergencies 🚨
Representing VBEMS 🚑
Seeing dolphins and turtles 🐢 🐬
And so much more!

Visit the link in our profile or message us to get started today!!

05/18/2026

‼️Did you hear!? It’s EMS Week and National Safe Boating Week!!!! 🤩

As you can see, even when we’re not on duty, we’re always advocating for boater safety and showing it through our actions.

With that we’d like to extend our appreciation to everyone on our team and VBEMS who is there for others in their worst times. Whether it’s on the boat or the ambulance, we appreciate all that you do and it doesn’t go unnoticed!

Pictured are our crews enjoying festivities provided by Virginia Beach EMS to celebrate EMS week and showing off their stylish ✨Life Jackets 🛟

Remember to always wear a life jacket when you’re out on the water! It can save your life, and also looks stylish on you!!

05/15/2026

📸⚓️Look Picture Perfect? We think so! Now, just picture yourself in it!

We’re always looking for new people to our team! The best part? You don’t need anything to join, we’ll teach you the ropes, train you up, and help you get a nice tan along the way! ☀️
Our crews are always ready to help with any emergency on the water and are experienced, skilled, knowledgeable and professional. By joining, you’ll help in keeping Virginia Beach Safe! 🏖️

🤿 Interested in diving on in? Click the link in our bio, message us or visit us at vbmarinerescue.org to get started today!

05/11/2026

🌊🛟 We’d shore like to think we have the coolest fleet both on and off the water!

Everyday our crews stand ready to respond, and roll out in style when they do! With a fleet of 2 response truck🚨 and currently 4 boats 🛥️ we use them to respond to any and all water rescues.

If you’re interested in being on our team and getting to drive the coolest fleet around, click the link in our bio to join today!
We’d love to sea you join!

Address

2837 Shore Drive
Virginia Beach, VA
23451

Telephone

(757) 646-2659

Website

http://www.vbmarinerescue.org/

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