The Block Island Rescue Squad was founded in 1950 by a group of residents concerned for the safety and wellbeing of their friends and neighbors. To this day, the Block Island Rescue Squad continues to provide professional, patient-centered emergency care to the island's year-round residents and seasonal visitors 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.General Information‧Other Services‧Donations‧Bihs Staff‧Our Mission‧Informational Links.