TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue) teamed up with We Are Blood to host a public Blood Drive. During these unprecedented times TEXSAR aims to support the community in all the ways that we see fit. Blood donation numbers have dropped drastically since safety measures for COVID-19 have ramped up. Last week Pete Gaynor of FEMA stated: “Just as the social distancing guidance recommends that it’s okay for people to leave home for necessities like groceries, or a doctor’s visit, or the...

The TEXSAR Leadership Team is actively monitoring the COVID-19 situation and it’s impact on Texas.  TEXSAR relies on private donors and supporters like you to be able to deploy and support our communities, please considering contributing – We Appreciate Your Support! DONATE TODAY TEXSAR encourages members and the public to refer to the CDC and the Texas Department of State Health Services for all current and accurate information. It is important to pay close attention to your sources. There...

TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue) is honored and proud to have been chosen by Verizon Wireless to be included in the “Why I Serve” Video as a part of the 2020 #OneMoreSunday campaign that will be featured during the 2020 Super Bowl. TEXSAR member and Austin local, Shawn Hohnstreiter was flown to Los Angeles to participate in the filming. “I was humbled that Verizon Wireless, felt compelled to use us (TEXSAR) in their campaign to honor first responders.” says Hohnstreiter....

You should add Emergency Preparedness to your 2020 New Year’s Resolution. Disaster can strike at any moment, have you done everything to prepare you and your family? Here are FIVE simple ways your family can be prepared for 2019: 1) Check your smoke detector batteries. Be sure they are working properly. 2) Check your first aid kit, is there anything that needs to be replaced or is expired? Here are some additional items to consider for your emergency...

Texas Search and Rescue, Inc. Announces McInnis as President Austin, TX, December 2, 2019 TEXSAR, the largest all-volunteer search and rescue organization in Texas, is excited to announce that Justin McInnis will be joining the organization as its full-time President effective January 2020.  Justin has been a member of TEXSAR since the Memorial Day Floods in 2015, when he joined the team, making an immediate impact to our organization. Justin is a well respected leader in...

SEARCH PARTY 2019 was a Success! Thank you to everyone that came out for Search Party 2019. The evening was a night to remember and we are humbled by all of our supporters. Thank you to everyone that came out to volunteer, you were vital in the success of the night! Thank you SkyRocket! for putting on an incredible show! ...

Press Release For Immediate Release: TEXSAR Responds to Missing Person in Austin Austin, Texas 10/23/2019 – In response to a request made by Travis County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Search and Rescue (TEXSAR) deployed to a missing persons case in the early hours of October 23rd. TEXSAR deployed ground search and rescue trained members as well as K9 assets.  After just a half hour the search team was able to rescue the missing person. She was found...

Press Release For Immediate Release: TEXSAR’s Response to Flooding in Southeast Texas Winnie, Texas 9/19/2019 – In response to the devastation caused by Tropical Depression Imelda, in Southeast Texas. Texas Search and Rescue (TEXSAR) has deployed teams at the request of Chambers and Galveston counties on September 19, 2019 to deliver critical relief and rescue services, as well as conduct relevant assessments to offer additional resources. TEXSAR has deployed numerous TEXSAR assets including; two 5-ton...

Supporting TEXSAR’s efforts to proactively and consistently respond to statewide calls for support, CITGO recently donated funds to outfit a new dually flatbed truck that will be used to transport and stage critical staff and equipment to support vital missions. Additionally, the funds will provide TEXSAR with multiple trailers, an ATV and additional supplies necessary for training and deployment. “We are humbled by this significant contribution and are proud to welcome CITGO into the TEXSAR family. Donations from...

A huge thanks to everyone who came out and made the 2nd Annual Clay Pigeon Pachanga a huge success! Thank you to our gracious hosts, Texas Disposal Systems, and our presenting sponsor, Shiner Beers. This year we doubled our shooter participants and teams from last year and raised nearly three times the funds with a whopping total of $10,000! Thank you to everyone that made that happen! Congratulations to our 2019 Winners! Top Team – Dripping Springs High School Shooting Team 1st Place Individual –...