Orange County, FL – The Orange County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit took part in a joint search and rescue training session this week alongside the agency’s Emergency Response Team (ERT).
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the exercise, held Monday, was designed to improve field coordination between the two specialized units. The ERT is trained to handle civil disturbances, provide long-term disaster support, and assist with recovery operations across the county.
The Mounted Unit—often deployed for crowd management and search efforts in difficult terrain—worked side by side with ERT members during a simulated rescue scenario. Deputies on horseback practiced communication strategies, area sweeps, and coordination under challenging outdoor conditions.
Officials said the training strengthens operational readiness and ensures both teams can effectively respond to emergencies, including missing person cases and post-storm recovery efforts.
“This collaborative training was a valuable opportunity for our Mounted Unit to enhance coordination and readiness,” the Sheriff’s Office stated in a release accompanying photos from the event.
Community members can expect to see similar multi-agency exercises throughout the year as part of ongoing preparedness efforts across Central Florida.
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