Mike Hutchinson, the founder of Between Rivers K9 Search and Rescue, has mobilized his trained K9 team to North Carolina, where they are playing a crucial role in the search for remains in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
Hutchinson stated that his K9 team is searching the areas devastated by landslides and severe flooding.
click to download audioSince their arrival, he mentioned that multiple teams are involved in providing assistance.
click to download audioHe explains that the cadaver dogs receive extensive training because they are often deployed to the most inaccessible, hardest-hit areas, such as the Black Mountains in this case.
click to download audioHe also highlighted that his K9s have the ability to track and locate missing individuals.
click to download audioHutchinson noted that, alongside the dogs, the handlers also undergo extensive training.
click to download audioHutchinson stated that Between Rivers K9 Search and Rescue is a non-profit organization that holds fundraisers to support training and essential equipment. For those interested in donating, contributions can be sent to 309 Poplar Street, Marion, Kentucky 42064, payable to Between Rivers K9 Search and Rescue. He also encouraged following the organization on social media.
