National Search and Rescue Geospatial Coordination (NSARGC) Group
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National Search and Rescue Geospatial Coordination (NSARGC) Group
Search and Rescue

The National Search and Rescue Geospatial Coordination (NSARGC) Group provides national leadership for the integration of geospatial information, processes, technology, and systems into all phases of search and rescue. This includes the development and promotion of:

  • Geospatial coordination before, during, and after search and rescue incidents
  • Geospatial standards and tools
  • Trusted geospatial data to support SAR operations
  • Training on geospatial tools and processes
  • Development of geospatial capabilities in the field

The NSARGC Group, powered by the National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) Foundation.

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