BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will be revealing the contribution of a Sno-Cat to the all-volunteer Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue group (BCSSR).
On June 1, PG&E will reveal the contribution of a 2010 Sno-Cat to the all-volunteer Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue group.
This contribution, according to BCSSR, will considerably boost the group’s abilities, allowing them to supply more effective and reliable help throughout crucial circumstances.
The Sno-Cat, according to the company, permits them to reach snowbound clients, rescue hurt snowmobilers and backcountry cross-country skiers, and carry out emergency situation raking when needed for gain access to by police or medical groups.
With the addition of this 2nd Sno-Cat, the group said they would have the ability to carry out several saves at the same time and tactically position equipment in heavy snow locations, decreasing reaction times for immediate medical and police matters.
Search and Rescue Captain Dan Newman mentioned, “This new Sno-Cat has low hours, is lighter, easier to transport, faster, and is an incredible upgrade to our team’s winter rescue equipment capability.”
In addition, Regional Vice President for PG&E’s North Valley and Sierra Region, Joe Wilson, said, “PG&E is pleased to contribute a Sno-Cat to support Search and Rescue in their crucial life-saving objectives.”
The statement will be held Thursday at 9 a.m.