RESCUE – Nr Truro (31/03/2026)
CALL-OUT: 28/03/26 – Nr Truro At 14:00 on Tuesday 31 March, we were contacted by Devon & Cornwall Police to assist with the extrication of a casualty to a waiting
TEAM LEADERSHIP UPDATE
Following a thorough selection process, we’re pleased to announce that Search Dog Merryn has been appointed as our new Team Leader… Merryn demonstrated exceptional capability, with focus under pressure, tireless
20 Years of Dedicated Service
For the past 20 years, three of our dedicated call-out members have been providing voluntary service to the communities of Cornwall.
A proud moment for the team, alongside a heartfelt farewell
We are incredibly honoured and grateful to have been presented with the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service trophy and certificate by Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho at our recent AGM.
Thank you Duchy Defibrillators
In our recent team training sessions, our Call-out Members refreshed their rope rescue skills and sharpened their navigation techniques, ensuring they remain operationally ready for any situation. Meanwhile, our Trainees
Two newly qualified SRTs
Over two weekends in January and February, some of our team members took part in intensive Swiftwater & Flood Rescue Technician (SRT) – MOD3 training alongside colleagues from Plymouth, Ashburton
Welcoming new trainees to the team
After our 2026 assessment day, we’re pleased to welcome our newest group of trainees. They’re about to commence a six-month training programme, covering everything from first aid, navigation and communications
SEARCH & RESCUE – St Ives (10/01/2025)
At approximately 1800 on Saturday evening, we were alerted by Devon & Cornwall Police to a walker and their dog who had become trapped in dense undergrowth near footpaths on
2025 Stats
As 2025 has come to a close, the trustees and volunteers of WCSAR would like to wish everyone a very happy New Year. Apologies that this is a little late