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Rogersville Today
By the People, for the People
Hawkins County Rescue Squad Receives TVA Grant for Emergency Response Upgrades
New equipment includes power bikes and stretcher trailer to improve access and speed in rescue operations.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:51am
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The Hawkins County Rescue Squad (HCRS) in Tennessee has received a grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to purchase new equipment that will enhance the squad's emergency response capabilities. The funding enabled HCRS to acquire two RECON Power Bikes and a patient rapid extraction stretcher trailer, which will improve access to remote areas and accelerate patient rescue times.
Why it matters
As an all-volunteer agency, the Hawkins County Rescue Squad plays a vital role in serving the community through search and rescue operations, off-road incidents, and medical emergencies. The new equipment provided by the TVA grant will give the squad additional tools to improve public safety and emergency preparedness across the region.
The details
The RECON Power Bikes and stretcher trailer will allow the rescue squad to reach hard-to-navigate areas, including uneven surfaces, steep grades, and congested recreation sites, reducing response times and enhancing outcomes. The squad has already utilized the eBikes during a recent search for two missing individuals in Rogersville.
- The TVA grant was awarded to the Hawkins County Rescue Squad in April 2026.
The players
Hawkins County Rescue Squad
An all-volunteer emergency response agency serving Hawkins County, Tennessee.
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
A federal agency that provides electricity, manages natural resources, and supports economic development across the Tennessee Valley region.
Corey Young
Captain of the Hawkins County Rescue Squad.
Lana Moore
TVA Senior Manager of Government & Community Relations.
What they’re saying
“This new equipment is going to enhance our capabilities during missing-person searches, off-road rescue incidents, medical-related calls and even community events.”
— Corey Young, Captain, Hawkins County Rescue Squad
“Providing these specialized bikes and equipment will provide HCRS another tool in their toolbox and serves as another example of how TVA delivers on its mission of making life better for the people of the Tennessee Valley.”
— Lana Moore, TVA Senior Manager of Government & Community Relations
What’s next
The Hawkins County Rescue Squad plans to put the new equipment into immediate use, deploying the RECON Power Bikes and stretcher trailer to improve emergency response and search and rescue operations across the region.
The takeaway
The TVA grant to the Hawkins County Rescue Squad demonstrates the agency's commitment to supporting local emergency services and enhancing public safety in the Tennessee Valley. The new equipment will give the all-volunteer squad additional capabilities to reach remote areas, accelerate rescue times, and better serve the community during critical incidents.
