Blount County Special Operations Rescue Team (BSORT) at work

Blount County Special Operations Rescue Team (BSORT) at work

Newly renovated landscaping

Some members of the Junior Squad

Rescue 7 posting on the Dragon

Some members of the Junior Squad

Low-angle rescue instructor Mark Walker demonstrates how to properly use the Industrial Descender (ID) rope system to shift leader and fleet manager Matt Jesmer.

Our crews train regularly with other EMS and Fire agencies to ensure we are prepared in the event there is a disaster event or a multi-casualty incident. Crew members shown here are taking part in a recent disaster drill at the Alcoa Fire Training Center.

Squad members partner with Harmony Family Center to provide medical standby and support for all participants of the Mudders Day 5k Mud Run. Some members compete in the event.

Every year, the rescue squad hosts "Rescue Truck or Treat". This event offers children in the community a safe place to trick or treat and an opportunity to learn more about the squad.

Meet Apache and Schatzie, two of eight highly trained and skilled Search & Rescue K-9s.

Rescue crews remain on duty around the clock during inclement weather events.