- October 10, 2024
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Marking a milestone in collaborative firefighting and emergency response training, the U.S. Forest Service recently honored Volusia County Fire Rescue for a decade-long partnership that has significantly advanced firefighting skills and preparedness across the nation. During a joint training event held Oct. 23-27, the USFS celebrated this enduring alliance, underscoring the pivotal role of VCFR's cutting-edge facility in training firefighters from various agencies.
“This facility is beautiful and hosts a structure fire school here for Daytona State College,” USFS Lead Instructor Alan Kirby said. “They have multiple classrooms adjacent to woodlands, convenient for indoor workshops and outdoor exercises for a balanced learning environment.”
The fundamental tenet underscoring this recognition is that partnership is imperative not just during training exercises but also in responding to live emergencies. Over the course of the week, firefighters engaged in a variety of tabletop exercises and were introduced to hands-on demonstrations involving new equipment and simulated scenarios, further enhancing their preparedness and response capabilities.
"This accolade is a testament to the dedication and excellence of Volusia County," Battalion Chief Scott Smoak said. "Having a state-of-the-art facility where firefighters nationwide come to hone their skills underscores the top-tier training our own firefighters undergo to safeguard our community."
