Garyville volunteer firefighter Cardell Raphile recently completed his six-month probationary period.

He was trained in basic firefighting skills, operation of emergency vehicles, radio communications, hazardous materials awareness, basic rescue training and fire department procedures.

Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter can visit Station 71, 481 Historic West St., visit the website garyvillefd.com or call 985-535-6499 for more information.