#UKISAR along with Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office participated in the @insarag AEME Regional Meeting 2024 in Bucharest (Oct 2-3). With over 100 attendees from 33 countries across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, the event highlighted the crucial role of continued global cooperation. #INSARAG

Thanks to the exceptional efforts of our Romanian hosts at the @insarag AEME Regional Meeting 2024 in Bucharest. The meeting ran smoothly, allowing ample time for in-depth discussions among participants. It offered a valuable opportunity for representatives to unite and address

Crew Commander Gary Carroll was invited to attend Holyrood as a Local Hero and was part of celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Scottish Parliament. He joined other Local Heroes from across Scotland who had been invited by their local MSP.

The USAR Coordination Cell Course recently took place at Mersey Fire's new Training & Development Academy, with participants from 8 countries, including team members from #UKISAR. The 5-day course (Oct 28-Nov 1, 2024) focused on UCC operations, virtual OSOCC updates, and

#UKISAR team members recently visited Tajikistan for a scoping mission, exploring future capacity-building opportunities. With great support from the British Embassy in Dushanbe, the team met the Ambassador, Deputy Head of Mission, and COES leaders. A warm welcome, access to

Merry Christmas from all at the Scottish Fire And Rescue Service ISAR Team. We hope you all have a wonderful day! 🎄🎅

Huge congratulations to our current and former staff members who have been included in the New Year Honours. 🔴 Group Commander Karla Stevenson 🔴 Former Chief Officer Ross Haggart 🔴 Former DACO Bruce Farquharson 🔴 Retired Firefighter Jim Smith firescotland.gov.uk/news/new-year-…

Explore our #UKISAR website at ukisar.org to learn more about who we are and what we do! #UKISAR #EmergencyResponse

During extreme cold weather training in Sweden, our #UKISAR team focuses on shelter building as a key survival skill. Protecting from snowstorms and freezing winds, a shelter can keep you warm and safe on rescue missions. #ColdWeatherTraining #SurvivalSkills #UKISAR

FF Figurska recently returned from Sweden where she took part in a cold weather survival training course. The course covered inputs on how to survive in sub zero temperatures, culminating in a 48 hour exercise testing the candidates knowledge. UK ISAR

#UKISAR Canine Training recently took place at Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue ! Our highly skilled canine teams worked hard to maintain their competency, ensuring they’re always ready to deploy when disaster strikes. #UKISAR #SearchAndRescue

Meet Bella! Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue newest search & rescue pup in training. With hard work & dedication, she’ll soon be joining the #UKISAR team to help save lives in disaster zones. Welcome to the team, Bella! #SearchAndRescue #FutureHero

Obedience exercises, lifting, and moving drills were all part of the latest #UKISAR Canine Training. These exercises ensure our search dogs remain calm, confident, and capable in high-pressure environments. Incredible teamwork in action! #SearchAndRescue

Team members from #UKISAR attended the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group Team Leaders Meeting in Tunisia, collaborating on key updates, training, and medical response insights. Discussions covered emerging tech, guideline revisions & future priorities. A valuable opportunity to strengthen global

After 9 years as a team member and latterly coordinator, SC Richard Findlay has made the decision to step down from the role to focus on some of his other interests. The team presented Rick recently with a gift of appreciation for his efforts with the team. UK ISAR

Watch Commander John Aitchison's commitment to fire safety knows no borders. Since 2015, he's been training hundreds of firefighters and delivering vital equipment to the communities in the Himalayas.

USAR is often about problem solving and thinking outside the box. The team were tasked at our training day with shoring 2 walls before fabricating a working platform to allow access, without the use of any ladders. #lateralthinking #USAR UK ISAR

Today on Firefighter Memorial Day, we remember our colleagues who have lost their lives on duty and as well as all those who have worked tirelessly in our profession for the service of communities both home and abroad. #firefightermemorialday

Please be aware of potential fire dangers if you're outdoors. · Never throw a lit cigarette away in a rural environment · Dispose of glass or bottles in a bin and not out in the open For more guidance visit 👉ow.ly/jKYH50QJuVP

Our thoughts are with our friends and colleagues at Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, London Fire Brigade and the families and friends of all those affected by the tragic incident at Bicester Motion in Oxfordshire. We offer our sincerest condolences.