Virginia Beach EMS Marine Rescue Team

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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 and 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.

10/28/2026

🚔🚒🚑📞 It’s national first responders day!!! Today we want to thank all of our dedicated first responders thank you for all you do to keep us safe.

🚤🛟 We especially want to our volunteers who make up our team! Without them we couldn’t do it! They’re always ready to lend a helping hand in someone’s time of need.

And thank you to all our partnering agencies who play a crucial role in serving the community! 🚔🚒🚑📞

10/05/2026

🛟 Not only are we out there saving lives but we’re also saving the ocean! 🦀

🚤On one of our recent shifts our crew took it upon themselves to pick up some trash that they saw in the ocean. 🗑️

💅 Just one of the little extra✨ things we do to not only keep you safe but our entire community! (that includes our marine friends!) 🐠 🐙

09/26/2026

⛈️ Well, we can definitely say it doesn’t look “swell” out there. We’ll “shore”my recommend that you stay docked at home this weekend. ⚓️

⛵️🌩️Even though you might be hoping to set sail, we advise that you stay docked and replan your weekend. Bad weather, flash flooding, and water states are to follow and we wouldn’t want to meet you under those conditions! 🌊

So stay safe, and know if something goes wrong we’re here!🛟

09/18/2026

🧐 What’s this!?! A cool custom VB Marine Rescue Knife!? All thanks to our generous sponsor Albatross knife! 😱

09/11/2026

Never Forget.

09/07/2026

☀️Even on holidays like today, our dedicated volunteers are out there keeping you safe on our beautiful waterways! 🛟🌊

And as you can see, we do it with a smile! Our crews had a blast today and are always ready to help you should you ned us! 😎

🎣Also, don’t forget our upcoming Bass Fishing Tournament on October 3rd! There’s still time to sign up, link in bio! 🤩

08/20/2026

🌌 While others are fast asleep, we’re always ready for the next call! And the perks of that can be some scenic looks on the water at night. 🤩

🌙🚤If you happen to go for a late-night cruise, don’t forget to keep safety in mind! Ensure all your navigation lights are working and visible 🚨. It’s the law, and it helps to keep you and others safe! 🛟

🕓 So no matter the time of day or the day of year, rest assured we’re here when you need us. And if you want night views like this, consider joining our team today at vbmarinerescue.org 😎

08/01/2026

🔥🛟 Sometimes we like to draw attention to ourselves, other times we need to!

🤩Last week our crews had the opportunity to have hands on training with the use of flares alongside our partner agencies the 🧯 Virginia Beach Fire Department!

🏋️This training helps us to become more proficient with our equipment so when we need to use it, we’re ready! Additionally, it helps us better see and understand what people in distress look like, go through, and need to do in order to be better seen. 🗣️

✨While they might just look pretty, flares are what can help you get seen quicker when you need help the most. ‼️Additionally, specific vessels require that you carry them, so check the laws and regulations that apply to you! 📝

🌊 So make sure next time you’re out on the water, make sure you have some. Well think you’re cool if you do!😎

07/21/2026

🌧️No matter the weather, we’re always there when you need us!

We always hope for the best, but sometimes life doesn’t go our way, so we always stay ready. With that, some simple safety tips can make your day a little brighter! ☀️

Always wear a life jacket 🛟, have a communication device 📞 and make sure you tell someone where you’re going 📝. These simple steps could help you out when you need it, but rest assured we’re always here for you when you need it most! 🌊 🛥️

07/04/2026

☀️ 🎆 It’s the Fourth of July and it’s a hot one, but our dedicated crews stay prepared and are out there ensuring your safety is the priority! ⛑️

With the extreme heat today, make sure if you’re outside to take regular breaks, drink plenty of water and attempt to stay shaded. 💧

This extreme heat can lead to heat exhaustion and even heat stroke! 🚨

Heat Exhaustion:
- Extreme Sweating 🥵
- Pale or Clammy Skin 😱
- Severe Muscle Cramps 💪
- Headaches/Dizziness 🥴

Heat Stroke -
- No Sweating 🚫 😓
- Hot, Dry, or Flushed Skin 😳
- Confusion/Slurred Speech 😵‍💫
- High Temperature 🤒

So take the proper precautions and stay safe so that you can enjoy your Fourth of July Weekend without an issue!🎆🇺🇸

Address

2837 Shore Drive
Virginia Beach, VA
23451

Telephone

(757) 646-2659

Website

http://www.vbmarinerescue.org/, https://linktr.ee/vbmarinerescue

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