The National Urban Search and Rescue Response System

The National Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Response System is a coordinated effort by trained teams that respond quickly to disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes, or building collapses. These specialized teams are skilled in locating, rescuing, and providing medical care to trapped or injured people in collapsed structures or hard-to-reach areas. The system ensures that resources and expertise are efficiently deployed across the country to save lives during emergencies. It includes personnel, equipment, and planning mechanisms working together to provide an effective disaster response, helping communities recover and rescue efforts succeed.