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Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue is comprised of volunteers dedicated to serving the community

Search and Rescue is an entity of the local government in the county of which you reside. Typically this entity, or group, is comprised of volunteers of the community that devote their life to train in the Search and Rescue of people that need help. Search and Rescue responds to calls 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. In Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, there are currently approximately 2

0 Search and Rescue Volunteers in addition to the nearly 25 members of KCORPS. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office employs 4 full time employees designated as Search and Rescue Coordinators, to act as liaisons between the Sheriff’s Office and the volunteers.

08/02/2026

Last weekend, the Lake County Search and Rescue team responded to recover a decedent found in a remote area of the Mendocino National Forest. The team worked tirelessly in the heat and rugged terrain to access the decedent. With the help of Sonoma County Sheriff’s helicopter, Henry1, the decedent was recovered. We would like to give a big thank you to the crew of Henry1 for their quick response and assistance with the recovery and transport.

07/28/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team conducted its largest training exercise of the year at Lake Pillsbury. Team members participated in comprehensive, scenario-based training designed to strengthen operational readiness and enhance mission effectiveness.
Training disciplines included rope rescue, man tracking, map and compass navigation, land navigation, swift water awareness, and search management. Each of these critical skill sets plays an essential role in preparing volunteers to respond safely and effectively to a wide range of search and rescue incidents.

06/19/2026

Yesterday, members of the Lake County Search and Rescue Team and K-CORPS responded to a mutual aid request from Mendocino County in the search for a missing 10-year-old child with autism. The child was located safely and reunited with their family.

05/17/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team conducted an extensive mock search utilizing their resources to search the area effectively, locate their missing persons, conduct medical assessments, and arrange for additional resources. The team built search areas using the CalTopo mapping system and located their missing person’s vehicle. From there they deployed man tracking, ground and K9 teams to search the area. One subject was located with the Area K9 and the other by the ground team. Once located, the team conducted a medical assessment on the individuals and based on their findings requested additional resources. The team trains regularly, working hard to improve their skills.

04/01/2026

The call may come at any hour, often under difficult conditions.
The team will respond.

We train in darkness, in cold, and in adverse weather because the environment does not change for us.

Consistent preparation ensures we are ready to respond when needed.

03/22/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team were proud to be apart of the Safety Explorers in Action event! 🚨

This hands-on event brought students together with local first responders to learn important safety skills. From practicing how to call 911 and identifying safe helpers to fire safety, pedestrian awareness, and water safety, all in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment.

Thank you to all the students, families, staff, and community partners who came out to participate and help make the day so meaningful.

This is part of our greater Safe Choices Strong Community initiative. If you would like to be part of this, visit our website at lakecoe.org/SELPA/Events

03/12/2026

It’s a beautiful thing when a Search and Rescue team can utilize both their man tracking skills and an Area K9, to cut a 100 acre search area in half, and locate the subject. Can you see the foot prints in the grass? The color and contrast showed in the grass where something walked through, and pressed the grass down in the direction they traveled. The team then determined whether the signs were human or animal, and jump tracked quickly, keeping up with the Area K9. When the tracks disappeared, and the direction of travel was undetermined, the K9 used her nose and finished the search, by quickly locating the subject.🐾🥾🥾

03/06/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team responded to a stranded motorist off US Forestry Rd M6, located in the Mendocino National Forest. The team drove a total of 7 hours, covering over 120 miles, safely locating the subject and returning them home.

02/27/2026

Special recognition goes to the dedicated Search and Rescue volunteers who tirelessly endure ice, snow, wind, and rain in service to others. This team consistently makes time in their busy lives to attend weekly trainings, continually strengthening their skills and readiness. Their commitment to their team and community reflects exceptional dedication, professionalism, and heart.

02/22/2026

Today the Lake County Search and Rescue Team completed their yearly Type 2 qualification hike. This consisted of a 7 mile hike with 1,000 ft elevation change, in under 3.5 hours, carrying at least a 15lb pack. If you are someone who enjoys hiking and other outdoor activities, consider joining our team and hiking with a purpose.

Address

1375 Hoyt Avenue
Lakeport, CA
95453

Telephone

(707) 262-4200

Website

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/1458/Search-and-Rescue

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