34th CST demonstrates capabilities during open house - April 11, 2014

The 34th Civil Support Team demonstrated a site survey April 11, 2014, during their open house presentation to the Brig. Gen. Blake C. Ortner, land component commander, and staff members of the Joint Forces Headquarters. The unit can identify chemical, biological, and radiological substances, assess current and projected consequences, advise an incident commander on response measures and assist with requests for additional state support. The 34th CST is federally resourced, trained and sustained and operates under the control of state leadership. The Adjutant General of Virginia may employ the 34th CST to support the state response under the direction of the governor or to support another state’s response under a supported governor.