White County Public Safety teamed up with the Georgia National Guard’s 4th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team this week for a hands-on training exercise focused on some of the most serious emergencies crews might face.
The training covered how to detect and respond to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. Local firefighters and emergency responders worked alongside National Guard specialists using advanced tools, safety gear, and mobile lab equipment to simulate real-world scenarios.
While it’s easy to think this kind of situation could never happen here, officials say it’s better to be ready. Hazards don’t just happen in big cities. In rural areas like White County, things like unknown substances in public buildings, chemical spills from trucks, or dangerous drug labs have all been real situations in recent years.
This kind of training doesn’t come from fear; it comes from being prepared. Local crews now have more experience and better coordination in case something unexpected happens.
If a major incident ever reaches our area, responders here won’t be caught off guard. They’ll be ready to act, protect, and keep the community safe.
