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)

Sunday, June 22nd, Luling VFD participated in St. Anthony Catholic Church's Feast Day Celebration. Fire prevention materials were distributed and attendees were given the opportunity to utilize the fire hose to flow water in an attempt to knock down a cone. In addition firefighters remained as the church conducted the Rite of Destruction of Broken Sacramentals by fire. We thank our firefighters for ... (Full Story & Photos)

Saturday, June 21st, Luling VFD hosted training for the Technical Response Team. St. Charles EMS participated in the training which was held at our training grounds at Central Station. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On June 12th, Luling VFD held a fire prevention event at Grand Ridge Golf Club Summer Camp. Career and Volunteer firefighters gave a talk on fire safety and presented fire prevention materials to campers. In addition to this Engine 241 was on static display which allowed campers to see some of the equipment utilized by the fire service. To end the event, campers were given the opportunity to flow ... (Full Story & Photos)

Career personnel had the pleasure of being hosted by AMA ADM Grain to perform a safety lecture and demonstration to ADM employees for their annual Safety Awareness Week. Career personnel demonstrated various tools that were applicable to emergencies at the site and the function of these tools and equipment. Additionally, career personnel discussed safety topics with the ADM employees, past emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)

May is National Electrical Safety Month: NFPA Resources to Help Reduce Risk
Electricity helps simplify our lives, but it also poses serious risks, including shock, fire, and other related hazards. Many people are not aware of electrical dangers and yet each year many people are injured or killed from these hazards.
By following simple yet effective safety tips and exercising caution indoors, everyone ... (Full Story & Photos)

PSA – Dangers of Lithium Ion Batteries

Recently, Luling VFD has responded to several structure fires where the causes were directly involving Lithium Ion Batteries. The item involved in each incident ranged from a cell phone charger, wireless speaker, scooter, and a breast pump. Based on the increase in fires related to these batteries locally, and nationally, we would like to share the following ... (Full Story & Photos)

PSA
School will be out in a few short weeks and summer is just around the corner.
As warmer weather approaches water safety is of utmost importance. Did you know that Louisiana has the second highest drowning rate in the US for children 0-14 years of age. Drowning remains the third leading cause of death for Louisiana children in this age group. There are many safety tips that can be followed to help ... (Full Story & Photos)