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Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters attended training sessions in the lab and real-world practices in the field.

Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters learned appropriate methods for applying firefighting foam on burning liquid fires and approaching fires in pressurized containers such as propane tanks. The training was completed with live-fire exercises where they applied this knowledge in a practical simulation.

Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters practice various techniques during training session.

Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters attended training sessions in the lab and real-world practices in the field.

Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters learned appropriate methods for applying firefighting foam on burning liquid fires and approaching fires in pressurized containers such as propane tanks. The training was completed with live-fire exercises where they applied this knowledge in a practical simulation.

Submitted PhotoLowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters practice various techniques during training session.

VALDOSTA – Lowndes County Fire Rescue firefighters participated in training for response to fires involving flammable liquids and pressurized tanks.

Each day, the course began with a lab component directed by Battalion Chief Ben Amiot, county officials said in a statement. 

"In this lab, personnel were shown the various properties of flammable liquids such as diesel, gasoline and alcohol as well as the characteristics of different foam agents used in combating fires involving these fuels," county officials said. "Students learned the requirements for choosing the right type of foam and appropriate techniques for applying the foam in the event of a fire."

The lab portion led to a field portion where firefighters learned appropriate methods for applying firefighting foam on burning liquid fires and approaching fires in pressurized containers such as propane tanks. The training was completed with live-fire exercises where they applied this knowledge in a practical simulation.

“There is no substitute for hands-on training. When firefighters can first see and understand how their equipment works and then apply that knowledge in a real-world setting, they are more efficient and effective in their duties,” Training Capt. Jeff Talley said.

For more information on Lowndes County Fire Rescue, visit www.lowndescounty.com. 

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