The Chattanooga Fire Department expressed appreciation to Norfolk Southern for bringing their Operation Awareness & Response training program to Chattanooga once again this year.

Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, public safety agencies from across the region, including Chattanooga Fire, participated in the event, receiving essential training to enhance preparedness for incidents involving railcars.

The goal of OAR is to build stronger relationships with first responders, and Chattanooga Fire takes full advantage of these sessions whenever they are offered locally.

Norfolk Southern’s safety train includes a dedicated locomotive, specialized classroom boxcars, and several tank cars, providing attendees with both instructional and hands-on training opportunities.