Search and rescue team gets in shape for summer in Monroe County

  • Source: WNEP-TV ABC 16 Scranton
  • Published: 05/23/2023 12:00 AM

VIDEO: While many people come to Creekview Park to fish, members of the East Penn Search and Rescue Team are using the creek to practice lifesaving skills. “Believe it or not, there's quite a few incidents in Monroe County as far as land searches or water rescues,” said East Penn Search and Rescue Chief Roger Tobias. Whether it's on land or in the water, the East Penn Search and Rescue volunteers respond to help lost or injured people in the outdoors. “We'll have our trailer, our members there, equipment, and we're there to assist the fire companies because they're the first ones called,” said East Penn Search and Rescue Assistant Chief Michael Tobias Team. With summer crowds coming to Monroe County, the East Penn Search and Rescue Team are brushing up on their skills and preparing for any kind of incident.



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