Search and rescue (SAR) teams are specialized organizations dedicated to locating, assisting, and rescuing individuals in distress or imminent danger across diverse environments, including urban, wilderness, and maritime settings. Their operations encompass a wide range of missions such as urban search and rescue in collapsed buildings, wilderness tracking, cave rescue, and air-sea rescue. SAR teams are equipped with specialized skills and technology, including K9 units, structural engineers, and rigging specialists, enabling them to operate in austere and hazardous environments for extended periods, often up to 72 hours without external support[1][5][6]. The history of SAR teams is rooted in volunteer and agency-based efforts, with programs like Virginia's SAR starting in 1985 and growing to include hundreds of trained volunteers ready for 24/7 deployment. Organizations like the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) have formalized SAR operations by creating committees to classify and coordinate local, state, and tribal teams, emphasizing a structured approach to disaster response that integrates local, state, and federal resources[1][3]. Key achievements of SAR teams include their critical role in responding to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and hurricanes, and locating lost or injured individuals in remote or urban areas. Their multi-disciplinary nature allows them to conduct wide-area searches, evacuate hospitals, and perform technical rescues, often under dangerous conditions. SAR teams also contribute to public safety by supporting law enforcement in evidence searches and recovery operations[1][7]. Currently, SAR teams operate as a mix of professional and volunteer groups, supported by national bodies like the National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR), which provide education and certification to maintain high standards of readiness and professionalism. Their work is essential for public safety and emergency management, combining advanced technology, rigorous training, and community cooperation to save lives efficiently and safely[8][2]. Notably, SAR teams exemplify resilience and adaptability, embodying a vital intersection of business, technology, and emergency services throug