The Louisiana National Guard’s 204th Theater Airfield Operations Group have partnered with the Louisiana State Police to conduct aerial training on effectively using water buckets for firefighting.

The training at the Joint Emergency Services Training Center in Zachary, Louisiana, aimed to enhance LSP capabilities in responding to wildfires and other emergencies.

During the training, LANG personnel demonstrated techniques for operating the bucket, including precision water drops and strategic firefighting maneuvers.

“By equipping the Louisiana State Police with the expertise to effectively employ the Bambi Bucket, we are enhancing our joint capability to address and mitigate wildfires statewide,” said Chief Warrant Officer 5 Dino Parmentier, state standardization officer, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 204th TAOG.