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Powell River search and rescue assists injured hiker, reminds qathet trail-goers to always carry essentials

Search & Rescue Sage Daniels -
Powell River Search and Rescue (PRSAR) assisted an injured hiker on the Hammil (West) Lake loop trail on Nov. 9 after a 911 call was made by the hiker and her adult son. PRSAR is reminding the community that when doing any backcountry activities, it’s important to be prepared to spend more time outdoors than planned.

Quick thinking aids in rescue of lost hiker, Powell River Search and Rescue 

Search & Rescue Justin Baumgardner -
A lost hiker near Nanton Lake has been found safe after he left the trail into a swampy area.  According to Powell River Search and...

Hiker lifted to safety despite challenging weather conditions, Alberni Valley Rescue 

Search & Rescue Justin Baumgardner -
Alberni Valley Rescue Squad (AVRS) says they’ve rescued a hiker on Triple Peak despite increasing weather conditions.

Comox search and rescue aircraft perform night rescue near Fort Nelson

Search & Rescue My Powell River Now Staff -
An injured horseback rider is recovering at a Prince George hospital after being rescued in a remote area of Northeastern BC by search and rescue aircraft from Comox on Vancouver Island. Late Tuesday evening, the rider required emergency medical aid in the wilderness 185 km east of Fort Nelson. Unable to reach the area due to the rugged terrain and darkness, the RCMP called for assistance from the Royal Canadian Airforce. A CC-295 Kingfisher plane and a CH-149 Cormorant helicopter were dispatched from 19 Wing Comox.

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