Services Provided

San Jose Search and Rescue responds to a wide variety of calls. Our primary responsibility is missing persons search. While a large percentage of our searches are urban, we respond to wilderness searches as well.

We are identified as a swiftwater rescue resource for both the city of San Jose and Santa Clara County.

Additional call types we’ve responded to are low-angle rope rescue, evidence searches, body recovery, evacuations, and medical support for city functions such as the San Jose Grand Prix and Holiday Parade.

The team is also available to provide Basic Life Support (BLS) medical standby support for triathlons, run/bike races, and other similar events. We have supported the San Jose Triathlon, Uvas Triathlon, Catfish Swim, and Pat Tillman Run for many years. Contact for additional information.

In the event of an emergency, dial 911. Law enforcement and fire safety agencies will then notify San Jose Search and Rescue to respond with them as needed.