IN AN EMERGENCY:

CALL 911

REQUEST SEARCH & RESCUE

PROVIDE YOUR LOCATION

& WAIT FOR INSTRUCTIONS

Emergency Steps:

1. Call 911 immediately.

2. When asked by dispatch ("Police, Ambulance, or Fire"), request Pemberton Search and Rescue (PSAR).

3. PSAR is activated by local RCMP dispatch.

4. Access GPS coordinates on your phone: Open location services in settings, find GPS Latitude and Longitude.

5. For offline GPS, consider apps like Gaia or make an offline map in Google Maps before heading out.

6. Describe the situation and await instructions.

7. Note: Limited to no cell service in the area. For communication, use a two-way device like Satellite phone, Zoleo, or InReach.

8. Signal a helicopter with a visible item like an emergency blanket. It's reflective, large, affordable, and lightweight.

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Pemberton Search and Rescue (PSAR) is thrilled to be one of only 5 finalists in the 2025 Land Rover Defender Service Awards in the Search & Rescue category! We need your help to win the top prize: A Customized Landrover Defender 130 and $30,000 USD to enhance our rescue capabilities.  This would be a CRITICAL addition to our team, allowing us to serve you in advanced remote terrain that service vehicles aren’t able to access.

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Pemberton

Search and Rescue

Pemberton Search and Rescue provides emergency services for Pemberton BC and surrounding areas.

The team is run by committed volunteers who are trained and equipped to work on both land and water search and rescue. PEMSAR is always prepared to provide assistance in difficult scenarios.

Volunteers are always on standby and ready to respond.

With their expertise and passion for helping others, Pemberton Search and Rescue truly embodies the ideal of community service.

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