BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WDNews)- Bay County Search and Rescue (SAR) is conducting its annual K-9 seminar starting today and continuing through the weekend. Residents may notice an increased presence of K-9 vehicles from various agencies and the Bay County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) command post at the Panama City Mall parking lot.
During the seminar, Bay County SAR will train and certify K-9 teams in various search and rescue disciplines. Training exercises will take place at multiple locations throughout the county, including:
- Lynn Haven Sports Complex
- Gulf Coast State College North Bay Campus
- Springfield Elementary
- Lynn Haven Bayou Park and Preserve
- Downtown Panama City (Harrison Avenue, Mackenzie Park, Oaks by the Bay)
- White’s Wrecker Service
- Harders Park/Majette
- Boy Scout Camp/Old Lynn Haven United Baptist Church
- Private property in Fountain
- BCSO Wilderness Camp
- Parker Boat Launch at Martin Lake
Residents are encouraged to be aware of training activities and expect to see K-9 teams working in these areas.
For more information, contact Bay County Search and Rescue or the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.