Technical Rescue Team (TRT)

The Technical Rescue Team is one of the busiest teams in Special Operations, responding to over 900 incidents a year requiring their special skills. In addition to being certified Basic Structural Firefighters, team members are trained and certified in: Swift/High Water Rescue Confined Space Rescue Trench/Excavation Rescue Cave Rescue Structural Collapse Rescue Dive Rescue/Recovery Advanced Vehicle Extrication Elevator Rescue Industrial Accidents Many members of the TNT are also members of the Texas Task Force One, an urban search and rescue (USAR) team. Texas Task Force One is a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) USAR Team that can be deployed nationwide to any disaster situation. Floods are one of the most common and dangerous hazards that occur in the U.S. Flooding has definitely been a problem for San Antonio, given our climate and terrain. Many injuries and deaths have occurred due to people trying to drive through Low Water Crossings, not realizing the depth or power of the water.	TRT Quick Facts XX uniformed team members Hundred of hours of specialized training per team member Engine Platform Ladder truck Heavy Rescue Vehicle Light Rescue Squad Vehicle
To help keep you and your family safe in the event of a flash flood: Watch for changing weather conditions. Monitor the media for weather watches and warnings, and respond as directed. Know where the Low Water Crossings are in your travel area. Never try to drive through flooded roadways. Never drive around posted warning signs. Learn what to do if caught in a flash flood should the worse happen. Other Special Operations Teams Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Hazardous Materials Response Team Wildland/Urban Interface Team Interested in a career with the San Antonio Fire Department? Find out what it takes to Join Our Team!