Do you want to help save lives in and around the Okanagan?

The Central Okanagan Search and Rescue team (COSAR) may just have a spot for you. The volunteer-run team is recruiting new members, with an open house on Oct. 20 starting at 6 p.m.

COSAR spokesperson Ed Henczel said with the increase in calls for their help, they91裸聊视频檙e hoping to bolster their numbers. Currently, there are 51 active members, but he said they91裸聊视频檙e hoping to get that up to about 60 to 65 in order to fulfill tasks.

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Tonight91裸聊视频檚 open house will include a question and answer period at the team91裸聊视频檚 hall (4680 Old Vernon Road), followed by an evaluation hike and interviews.

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COSAR will be accepting applications until Oct. 31. More information can be found on and .

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