05/14/2026
Our Medical Support Unit (MSU-25) was honored to team up with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, Tampa Fire Rescue, Orange County Fire Rescue, and our state and federal partners for the 2026 National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) Exercise at Tampa International Airport.
This massive, full-scale drill happens every three years to make sure different agencies can work together seamlessly during major disasters. This year’s scenario simulated a catastrophic disaster in Mississippi that overwhelmed local resources, requiring patients to be evacuated out of state.
Following their arrival on a C-130, volunteer patients were triaged and transported to local hospitals by ground ambulances. Participants supported the exercise through various roles, including medical staffing, public information coordination, and Unified Command operations.
These exercises build the readiness needed to serve our communities in emergencies. We are proud to train alongside the best to ensure we are always ready when disaster strikes.