WHITE COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — Multiple agencies joined together on Memorial Day to rescue a group of people who found themselves trapped in rising water at Rock Island State Park.

First responders said they were called to the state park at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 26 after being alerted that nine people were trapped at the bottom of Twin Falls.

The Central View Volunteer Fire Department said crews at Rock Island State Park reached out to the Tennessee Valley Authority to request that the gates of the dam be shut in order to make rescue operations safer.

Once first responders arrived, they reportedly learned that the group was unable to exit on their own due to rising water and created a rope system to help them walk out safely.

Crews said no injuries were reported, adding that the TVA's quick response to shut the dam made the "potentially dangerous" situation much safer.

“This is a great example of the relationships we have between all stakeholders from local to federal to ensure those who come to enjoy our area are as safe as can be, but those going to areas such as this must read the safety signage posted in the area to understand what the warning lights and sirens mean,” said Central View Deputy Chief Thomas Steele.

Multiple agencies—including the Central View Volunteer Fire Department, Doyle Volunteer Fire Department, Sparta Rescue Squad, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Rock Island Volunteer Fire Department, White County EMS, White County Sheriff's Office, and Warren County Rescue—all responded to the park Monday to assist in the rescue.

No additional details were released.

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