La Plata County Search and Rescue

Durango woman rescued by helicopter from Engineer Mountain

Altitude sickness hit on hike with church friends

DATE: Jul 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Missing hiker found north of Vallecito Reservoir

Nebraska man had split from family to get aid for father, who felt dizzy

DATE: Jul 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Searchers credit father for keeping kids safe during Weminuche trek

Hikers had tent, other supplies for wilderness overnights

DATE: Jul 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man, 3 children found safe by other hikers

Family brought to Pine River trailhead

DATE: Jul 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County to ask voters for property tax hike

Ballot item for roads and bridges to be floated a second time

DATE: Jul 12, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Search and rescue crews retrieve hiker from Windom Peak

Rescue mission at 13,200 feet brings back man with broken ankle

DATE: Jul 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Teenager rescued from Cascade Creek waterfalls

Third incident at popular jumping spot in two weeks

DATE: Jul 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Woman dies jumping waterfalls at Cascade Creek; two rescued

A rescue turned into a recovery Sunday afternoon on Cascade Creek. “I can confirm we have a victim,” La Plata Search and Rescue President Ron Corkish said. “But this is in San Jua...

DATE: Jul 3, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office gets new boat, organizes dive team

Newest asset takes first test run in Lake Nighthorse

DATE: Jun 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Search-and-rescue crews’ new tool will help with wilderness extractions

Southwest Colorado’s hazardous terrain entices outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world – but adds an obstacle for search-and-rescue teams tasked with ensuring their safety. Ho...

DATE: Jun 6, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office gets new boat, organizes dive team

Newest asset takes first test run in Lake Nighthorse

DATE: May 31, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Search called off for man with broken arm north of Durango

A 19-year-old man believed to have broken his arm in a fall in the Falls Creek area north of Durango apparently made it out of the wilderness on his own power, according to scanner reports. ...

DATE: May 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

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Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.