The City of Chillicothe Fire Department was awarded a $102,682.96 project grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG Program, CFDA #97.044). The grant period runs from August 30, 2021 through August 29, 2023 and will support the AFG Program's goal of enhancing public and firefighter safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. Specifically, the funding will allow the City of Chillicothe Fire Department to improve fire and life safety for the community through the acquisition of equipment and gear. The AFG Program aims to provide critical resources that equip and train emergency personnel to respond safely and effectively to incidents.