Exercise tests 34th CST's readiness, proficiency - June 8, 2023

Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen assigned to the Fort Barfoot-based 34th Civil Support Team conduct their training proficiency evaluation June 8, 2023, at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. During the exercise, the team used survey teams to conduct reconnaissance and collect samples from suspect chemicals. The unit conducts their TPE, evaluated by U.S. Army North, roughly every 18 months. The 22-member 34th CST supports first responders during potential hazardous materials incidents involving possible chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive threats and can identify unknown substances, assess current and projected consequences, advise an incident commander on response measures and assist with requests for additional state support.