On April 22, WASART responded to a call for a horse named Zuri who had been found cast in her stall. The owner reached out for help, and our team mobilized. Upon arrival, responders found Zuri down against the stall wall, unable to get her feet beneath her. With limited space and a small initial …
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What Happens Before a Rescue Team Even Arrives?
When a call comes in, it starts with our Duty Officers—the first point of contact with WASART. They gather critical information, speak directly with the reporting party, provide initial guidance, and assess the situation. If a deployment is needed, they initiate the response and hand it off to a Call Coordinator. From there, Call Coordinators …
Getting to the Dog Is Sometimes the Hardest Part 🐾
Before we can help the animal, we have to make sure we can safely reach them. Using anchors, ropes, and edge protection, our teams build controlled systems that allow us to safely access steep or exposed areas. Anchors are carefully selected, ropes are rigged to support both the rescuer and the load, and edge protection …
WASART Members Graduate Introduction to Field Operations to Become Deployable
Congratulations to the newest Introduction to Field Operation (IFO) graduates!
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Pepper – Dog Fallen Down a Steep Hillside
Late in the afternoon on February 26, WASART received a call about a dog named Pepper who had fallen down a steep hillside near Mud Mountain. Our Technical Rescue Team and equipment truck deployed to the scene.