Watersafe UK Search and Rescue (WUKSART) Information

Watersafe UK Search & Rescue Team (WUKSART) is a voluntary search & rescue organisation and registered charity operating within the East Midlands region and on a National scale. Our purpose is to provide response and operational support to the Blue light services including the Fire Service and Police in a range of situations including; • Responding Nationally to flooding under the DEFRA Concept of Operations and the CFOA National Resilience project. • Water rescue incidents within the East Midlands. • Local & widespread flooding. • Searches for missing and vulnerable people. • Provide support during times of adverse weather conditions. • Provide support at water related incidents when required. • Powerboat rescue operations. • Provide underwater search capability with scanners and cameras. • Flood support to local communities including flood evacuation. Our charitable objectives state we exist for public benefit, to relieve suffering and distress amongst persons endangered by flooding, natural hazards or extreme weather events. WUKSART always aims to deliver a fast, dynamic and professional team.