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Water-Based Search & Rescue and Flood Rescue Specialists

100% volunteer-run. Rated Outstanding by DEFRA. 532 lives saved. Part of South Worcester Life Saving & Lifeguard Club, we specialise in water-based SAR and Flood Rescue across South Worcestershire.

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// Situation Overview
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Lives Saved
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Major Deployments
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Volunteer Run
No paid staff
// SAR & Flood Rescue Capabilities

What We Do

100% volunteer-run, specialising in water-based Search and Rescue and Flood Rescue operations. Rated Outstanding by DEFRA Fire Service National Resilience Assurance Team.

Specialist Rescue Boats

Specially maintained boats and vehicles for effective operations in challenging flood conditions.

Swiftwater Rescue

Trained team members equipped to perform rescues in fast-moving water using specialised techniques.

Emergency Response

On-call teams ready to respond to flooding emergencies, working alongside emergency services.

Water Safety Education

Part of South Worcester Life Saving & Lifeguard Club, helping teach young people to stay safe in water.

Event Support & First Response

Supporting local events and festivals as First Responders, raising awareness around flooding dangers.

Martyn's Law Support

Committed to supporting Martyn's Law and public safety at events and gatherings.

// Deployment History

Our Operational History

Since 2012, SWFR has deployed to major flood events across England, saving 532 lives and assisting over 3,000 people.

2012

Midlands

Initial deployment supporting flood-affected communities across the Midlands region.

2014

South Worcester

MASHA deployment for South Worcester (Operation Nemo) - major regional flooding response.

2015

North West

Deployed to the North West to support severe flooding operations.

2019

National Standby

Placed on standby by National Resilience for potential nationwide deployment.

2021

South West Region

Responded to flooding across the South West Region.

2022

Midlands

Return deployment to the Midlands during autumn flooding events.

2023

Shropshire

Deployed to Shropshire for flood rescue and welfare support operations.

2024

Northamptonshire

Most recent deployment to Northamptonshire flood-affected areas.

// Our Credentials

DEFRA Outstanding Rating

Rated Outstanding by the Fire Service National Resilience Assurance Team

National Tactical Advisor

We have a National Tactical Advisor within our team

Part of SW Life Saving Club

Part of South Worcester Life Saving & Lifeguard Club

First Responder Certified

All team members are trained First Responders

Working Alongside
National ResilienceDEFRAEnvironment AgencySurf Lifesaving GB
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