Multnomah County, OR – The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Dive Team stays busy — and cold. The specialized unit is one of only three public safety diving teams in Oregon, responding to underwater emergencies both inside and outside county lines.
According to the sheriff’s office, the team’s nine members dive in nearly every condition imaginable — from rainy to sunny weather, or even when temperatures drop to negative two degrees Fahrenheit and visibility in the water is almost zero.
To qualify for the elite group, MCSO says divers must be certified in advanced techniques and train twice a month to prepare for “any and every scenario.” Members also remain on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ready to assist in recovery and rescue operations.
The Dive Team often supports surrounding jurisdictions, reinforcing the limited number of specialized dive units available statewide.
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