Sevier County Volunteer Rescue Squad

Be prepared. Stay alert. Stay safe.

Our crew was back at it again, honing the skills that make a difference when every second counts.
This week's focus? Vehicle Extrication Training.
It wasn't just a "walk in the park"—it was a true testament to the dedication of our members:
* Going the Extra Mile: We had members who pulled a full shift at their day jobs and came straight to training without missing a beat.
* Sacrificing the Weekend: Others gave up their well-deserved Saturday off to ensure their skills are sharp and up to date.

🛠️ Always Learning, Always Improving
You might think that after years of service, our veteran members could do this in their sleep. But in this field, complacency is the enemy. Even our most seasoned responders—who have been providing extrication skills for years—attend these sessions to recertify and stay current on the latest vehicle safety technology.

👬It was a great day of teamwork across all ranks. We had Officers attending the training to sharpen their own tactics, while other Officers took the lead as instructors, guiding our newer members through the high-pressure environment of a rescue scene.

We put our rescue equipment to the test, utilizing:
* The Spreader: For creating those crucial "cracks" and moving massive amounts of metal.
* The Combi Tool: The "jack of all trades" that allows us to cut and spread with one powerful device to gain access to trapped victims.

We train because your life depends on it.

🙌 A Huge Thank You!
Special thanks to Carr’s Wrecker Service for providing the vehicles for our training. Without their continued support and the donation of these cars, we wouldn’t have the realistic environment we need to stay mission-ready.

Are you interested in joining our team? Reach out to our page or join us this Tuesday night at 7 pm and lets talk about "next steps" for you. Step one- Interested enough to show up. ✔️

Are you a business looking to become a corporate sponsor? Reach out to our page. We have some ideas for you- and its tax deductible. 🙌

Big shoutout to Logan Baker for County Clerk for stopping by this morning with a delicious breakfast for our team! 🍳🥓

​The snow storms a couple weeks back kept us all on our toes, but Logan’s thoughtful gesture reminded us why we do what we do. He wanted to show his appreciation for our hard work in keeping the community safe. ​We are proud to serve this community, and neighbors like Logan make it all the more rewarding.
Thanks again for the kind gesture.
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When the weather hits, our team steps up. ❄️🏃‍♂️
​Between Friday 1/30 and early Friday 2/6, our crews responded to a total of 46 calls for service. That’s an average of over 6.5 calls per day, however we saw a massive spike in activity—especially between Friday night and Monday morning that kept us busy.

To ensure we could reach every neighbor—even in the toughest conditions—we deployed RSU416. This specialized unit allowed us to access locations where a standard truck simply couldn't respond.

​The Breakdown:
​🚗 16 Motor Vehicle Accidents
​🤝 28 Public Assistance Calls
​🚑 2 EMS Assists
​We are proud to serve this community, no matter the conditions.

Huge thanks to other local responders and road crews who worked around the clock to keep the roads clear and our neighbors safe.

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