Since 1967, while serving people in British Columbia, 17 search and rescue volunteers have lost their lives.
Today (Monday), is Search and Rescue Volunteer Memorial Day in the province honouring the dedication, service and sacrifice these volunteers make on a daily basis.
Dave Merritt with Prince George Search and Rescue told MyPGNow.com members have put in no shortage of time and effort over the years to safely locate those who are in danger.
“We have had some volunteers over the years given up 800, 900 hours of volunteer hours and to be recognized for the hours that our volunteers put in is nice to hear from the province.”
“You could be having a family dinner and get called out even on days like Christmas Eve. The effort our volunteers put in is pretty amazing bracing for all conditions and helping those in need.”
Over the weekend, Prince George and Quesnel Search and Rescue (SAR) assisted a snowmobiler trapped in a large drainage at the back of Yanks Peak, roughly 195 kilometres east of Quesnel.
25 members were deployed with snowmobiles, snowshoes and skis, with teams out for around 12 hours while also receiving further assistance from the Royal Canadian Air Force.
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