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Injured teenager rescued by CVSAR near Lake Helen Mackenzie last week

Comox Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) were once again activated for a backcountry rescue last week. 

Summer skier injured and rescued near Moat Lake Saturday

A skier looking to enjoy some summer powder had to be rescued after sustaining serious injuries over the weekend. 

CVSAR activated twice Tuesday, urging safety ahead of long weekend

Two callouts this week to the Comox Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) team have them preaching safety ahead of the BC Day long weekend. 

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

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

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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