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Rickilee Response and Rescue
Accidents & Disasters
Traffic accident claims life of island resident
A motorcycle accident in the early hours of Sunday, November 10th, resulted in the death of 30-year-old Eric Williams. The tragic incident occurred on Crocodile Street in the San Pedrito area, where Williams crashed into a lamppost, sustaining severe head injuries. According to an official report, the accident happened just past midnight. It stated that Williams, a carpenter from the DFC area, was riding a black and blue AKT motorcycle when he collided with the lamppost.
Accidents & Disasters
Couple rescued after jet ski mishap near Secret Beach
On Wednesday, July 24th, a search team composed of the San Pedro Police Formation, the Belize Coast Guard, Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR), and other volunteers headed to Secret Beach just after 8PM following reports of a missing Belizean couple who had been on a jet ski. They were last seen on the jet ski around 4:45PM. Against the odds of darkness, the rescue team was able to locate the couple and bring them to safety. Both were taken for medical evaluation and were reported to be in good health.
Health
Mobile Health Clinic serves residents in northern Ambergris Caye
To promote healthy lifestyles on the island, Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez, the San Pedro Town Council, and partners organized a Mobile Health Clinic on Saturday, May 4th, in northern Ambergris Caye. Held ten miles north of San Pedro Town, residents in the area received information on leading a healthy lifestyle, wellness screenings and evaluations, and free consultations with medical specialists.
Community and Society
RRR rescues kayakers on in the reef
On March 16th, the Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR) team came to the rescue when a father and his two young daughters ran into trouble while kayaking near the reef due to the strong winds. The RRR team was called, and their North Grid Leader, Samuel Lin from Scuba Daze Belize, Javier Bardales, Steve Bowen, and Michael S Cain, quickly responded to the rough waters. They worked together to rescue the tourists and save the day.
Community and Society
RRR hosts successful third annual Poker Run
The Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR) team hosted their third annual Poker Run on Friday, March 9th to raise much-needed funds for their operations. The funds support RRR’s daily challenges in responding to medical emergencies in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The annual event saw the participation of many islanders who, along with generous donations, contributed to the grand total of BZ$40,000, benefiting the island’s volunteer-based emergency response team.
Community and Society
RRR announces third Annual Poker Run
The Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR) team is organizing its third annual Poker Run at the Purple Pelican Restaurant on Saturday, March 9th, starting at 11:30AM. The event is open to anyone who wants an enjoyable day while supporting the island's emergency response team. The event will feature drinks, delicious food, great music, and a poker game.
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Philip ‘Billy’ Leslie and celebrity Chef Sean Kuylen are 2023 Oceana’s Ocean Heroes
On the 13th annual Ocean Hero Award, Oceana Belize recognized another islander with prestigious recognition. Philip ‘Billy’ Leslie was presented with the Ocean Hero Award on Friday, November 10th alongside another Belizean champion of the sea, Chef Sean Kuylen.
Accidents & Disasters
Justin Daniels released from polyclinic after rescued at sea
Islander Justin ‘Bobo’ Daniels has been released from the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II after receiving medical attention following his rescue at...
