Luling VFD participates in Knox Rapid Access System

What is Knox Rapid Access System?

Trusted by thousands of fire and law enforcement agencies for over 40 years, Knox Rapid Access Solutions have provided first responders with immediate access into secure buildings, campuses, residences, and commercial properties when it matters most. Removing barriers to entry reduces injuries to responders and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Luling VFD, Paradis VFD, Bayou Gauche VFD, and Hahnville VFD participated in joint training on Monday, April 20th. The topic was Electric / Hybrid vehicles and lithium batteries and was led by FETA instructor Joey Cacioppo.

Topics included high voltage vehicle firefighting and rescue; Identifying, immobilizing, stabilizing and disabling vehicles; understanding vehicle construction. Utilizing “tools” ... (Full Story & Photos)

Finishing off March training with FDC and Stand Pipes. On March 23rd classroom training was conducted by Training Chief Stromeyer.

Fire Department standpipes are essential vertical piping systems in buildings that provide firefighters with immediate water access at various floors, acting as indoor hydrants to supply hoses for extinguishing fires, especially in taller buildings and includes different ... (Full Story & Photos)

Job Performance Training - presented by Stephen Stromeyer and Pat Beard

Goal for Training - This training was designed to assist firefighters with identifying their personal areas needing improvement.
This training was to better all firefighters on the basic tasks of their jobs. Firefighters individually completed an agility course and rookie firefighters also participated in hose deployment and ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, January 17th, Luling VFD held it’s annual Awards Ceremony and Installation of Officers at Legacy Venue in Luling.

The program was led by President Armond Bourque.

The opening and closing prayer was led by Chaplin Earl Adams.

Chief Minnich addressed the attendees regarding the progress of the department and the level of training in 2025, along with thanking members for all that they ... (Full Story & Photos)

James Joseph Tassin Jr.

July 13, 1949 – January 6, 2026

IN THE CARE OF
Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home

James Joseph Tassin, Jr. passed away on January 6, 2026 at the age of 76. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late James and Eloise Tassin. Devoted husband of 43 years to Theresa Gros Tassin. Loving father of Tanya Dubroc (Tom) and Denny Tassin (Bethaney). Proud grandfather of Shantelle, ... (Full Story)

With a most heavy heart, we announce the passing of Deputy Chief James Tassin (ret).
Chief Tassin was an integral part of Luling VFD, serving our community for 34 years. We offer our sincere condolences to James' wife, Theresa, his children, sister and brother in law, and all members of his family. Arrangements are pending at this time. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Joint Training Pushes Readiness to the Next Level

St. Charles Parish Firefighters recently teamed up with the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team, St. Charles Parish Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness and St. Charles EMS for a multi-agency, high-risk hazmat and tactical response training.

When our agencies come together, we form the St. Charles Parish ... (Full Story & Photos)