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)

Monday’s joint training with Luling VFD and Hahnville VFD was Firefighter Strategies, conducted by Fire Prevention Co-Ordinator LJ Stromeyer. The topics discussed included, but were not limited to: hard and soft environments, strategic mode decisions, basic firefighter strategies, the importance of pre-plans, accountability, fire ground safety including the proper use of PPE, command post positioning, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Training Chief Stephen Stromeyer!
Chief Stromeyer was selected to be an instructor for the 2025 LIFT conference (Louisiana Instructors & Firefighter’s Training).
The class is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 8 am and the topic will be “Challenges for Today’s Training Officers.... (Full Story & Photos)

Minimum staffing Ground Ladder Training.

There are many aspects of training that firefighters received. On Monday, July 15th, Firefighters received training on Ground Ladders. Training consisted of classroom training on techniques associated with lifting, carrying, deployment, fire attacks, and maintenance. In addition, the types and parts of ladders were reviewed along with safety tips. After the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Career Fire Captain Britton Allshouse. Britton recently received 2 certifications.
The first being FETA’s Aeriel Operations and the second, which is a major accomplishment, is FETA’s Officer IV (4) Certification. Chief Minnich has issued the following statement:
“Captain Allshouse continues with his quest for improvement and remains a roll model, but what is very impressive is ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, July 13, 2024, Luling VFD was dispatched to a possible barn on fire in Ama. Responding units found a large trash fire upon arriving. The situation was assessed and it was determined that the fire would require extinguishment. Firefighters on scene completed the task and spoke with individuals about the requirements of the Parish’s burn laws. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Career Firefighter has recently received an additional certification. Poteet has recently completed the FETA Pump Operations Certification. Congratulations Andre".... (Full Story & Photos)

Luling VFD will host a weekend fire school October 11th, 12th, and 13th at our Central Station on Paul Maillard Road in Luling conducted by On Scene Training Associates. The name of this year's school is "Flowin' on the River". These classes will consist on classroom training and hands on training including live burns. For additional information and to register please visit the St. Charles Parish ... (Full Story & Photos)