Concord firefighters, the county bomb squad and the FBI drilled to refine resource use and response tactics for complex hazardous-materials events

Independent Tribune

CONCORD, N.C. — The Concord Fire Department’s Hazmat team recently participated in a joint training exercise alongside the Cabarrus County Bomb Squad and the FBI . This training focused on the potential dangers associated with Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and provided an opportunity for all agencies to demonstrate and practice their specialized equipment and response capabilities.

| WEBINAR: Command and control of large-scale fire incidents

The training session emphasized interagency coordination and the effective use of resources to address complex, high-risk situations involving hazardous materials and potential threats.

The joint demo highlighted the collaboration between local, county, and federal agencies in preparing for emergencies involving WMDs, enhancing the overall readiness and response effectiveness of all teams involved.

How prepared do you think your department is for hazmat or WMD threats, and what would help you feel more confident?

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