search and rescue operations

Describes the training and responsibilities of the United States Air Force's pararescuemen, highlighting their involvement in some of the country's most daring rescues.

Sergeant James Mitchell and Private Spivits are ordered on a dangerous mission to deliver badly needed supplies to an American consulate in the heavily bombed city of Shunkien, risking war with invading Japanese forces.

Discusses the origins of search-and-rescue swimming in the 1980s, its application during Hurricane Katrina, the extensive training required to work in the field, and the lessons learned from various rescue operations in the civilian and military sectors, and includes a glossary.

Provides an introduction to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, discussing the purpose of the group and its place in the Department of Homeland Security, and describes the responsibilities of workers on the front lines of emergency management, examining their importance in situations such as the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and Hurricane Katrina.

Explorer Mick McCarthy recounts his experiences as a search and rescue dog handler, describing the demands of training and qualification and the dangers, thrills, tragedies, and triumphs of search and rescue operations.

A look at the members of search and rescue teams. While they are pets, the dogs also receive special training to help them in rescue work. Examines actual rescues, as well as the Newfie's upbringing.

Explains how search and rescue dogs are trained, which breeds are best for the job, and what special tasks they perform, and describes the accomplishments of two real search and rescue dogs.

A color-illustrated look at the methods and tools used by the U.S. Search and Rescue Task Force to save lives in the wilderness. Also includes a chronology, glossary, and list of further resources.