More A&E Nostalgia

Tuesday, December 28, 2010
A couple of weeks ago, we published a link to part 1 of an old A&E special that highlighted our Unit. Although Part 2 is missing, here's part 3, 4, and 5. Investigative Reports - Part 3 Investigative Reports - Part 4 Investigative Reports - Part 5 If you run across Part 2, let us know! Have a Happy New Ye...
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Echo Canyon Evacuation

Thursday, December 23, 2010
Today, seven Mountain Rescue volunteers and four officers responded to Echo Canyon, located near the Mt. Charleston lodge. The objective of the mission was to go door-to-door to determine which residents were still in their homes, which chose to stay, and which chose to evacuate. The reason for the voluntary evacuation...
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31 Years of Service

Monday, December 20, 2010
Last week, a 31 year veteran of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department celebrated his retirement. While serving as a Police Officer for LVMPD, Sgt. Mike Petricka was a member of the specialized and highly acclaimed Canine and Air Support Units, ultimately serving as Chief Pilot for air patrol and search and rescue....
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From the Archives - A&E Investigative Report

Tuesday, December 14, 2010
A number of years ago, A&E aired an investigative reports special on our Unit. Although personnel and equipment has changed, one thing has remained the same - the dedication and passion of this Unit is insurmountable. Enjoy the foota...
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2010 Year in Pictures

Thursday, December 9, 2010
Colorado River - Air Search Mt. Charleston - Fastrope Training Red Rock - 800' Lower Hangar - Medical Training Middle of Nowhere - Land Navigation / Patient carry-out Mt. Charleston - Fire Mt. Charleston - Search / Canine Huey Insertion Lake Mead - Huey Penetrator Training To see more SAR pictures, visit...
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Unit Overview

Saturday, December 4, 2010
A little taste of what we do...
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