Virginia Beach EMS Marine Rescue Team
When you need help on the water, we’ll be there.
The Marine Rescue Team is a proud member of Virginia Beach EMS, one of the nation’s largest volunteer-based rescue systems. This EMS Special Operations Team consists of highly trained volunteer EMS providers who respond to any emergency water rescue, including boats in distress, drownings, vehicles in the water, flood water rescues, and ice water rescues. The team utilizes several all-weather rescue boats, jet skis, jon boats, and response trucks to carry out its mission.
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Join our team today!
Join the Virginia Beach EMS Marine Rescue Team.
Put your time toward something that matters. Train alongside dedicated volunteers, build practical rescue skills, and help people when an ordinary day on the water becomes an emergency.
You don’t need to be an EMT or belong to another rescue squad to get started. We provide the training—you bring the commitment, willingness to learn, and desire to serve.
Ready to take the first step?