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Search and Rescue reports 28 active members, adds medical and canine capabilities

Houston County Commissioners Court · April 28, 2026

Summary

Gene Kellum told the Houston County Commissioners the Search and Rescue team now has 28 active members and two reserves, a fully trained water team, a new 'air scent' canine handler and added medical staff; the Court thanked the volunteers.

Gene Kellum presented the Houston County Search and Rescue quarterly report, saying the team currently has "28 active members and 2 reserve." He said the group now has a fully trained water team, a new canine handler trained in air scent, an added nurse and a full medical team, and members participating in wilderness and behavior training.

County Judge Jim Lovell thanked Kellum and the volunteers for their work in Houston County. No formal action was required; the report was received as information by the Commissioners Court.

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