Georgia

The Marietta, Ga. Fire Department traveled to the country of Georgia, to partner and train Georgian Emergency Management Services in Swift-Water Rescue techniques at Borjomi, Georgia. The course trains students in lifesaving methods in a flood or swift waters caused by heavy rains, hurricanes, or other natural disasters. The Georgia National Guard works with the U.S. Embassy within Georgia through the Bilateral Affairs Officer (BAO). These officers live in the partner nation, maintain communication and coordinate with the State Partnership Program State while building solid relationships to communicate between the two organizations effectively.