The City of Newton, Massachusetts has been awarded a $644,500 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044). The grant funding will enable the Newton Fire Department to acquire critical firefighting equipment and resources to enhance firefighter safety and the safety of the local community from fire and fire-related hazards. Specifically, the grant will support the procurement of personal protective equipment, breathing apparatuses, fire hoses, and other essential gear for the fire department's operations. Additionally, the funding will be utilized for fire prevention and safety initiatives to benefit the Newton community. This grant award is part of a broader pattern of over $3.5 million in AFG funding the Newton Fire Department has received from FEMA in recent years to support its efforts in fire suppression, emergency response, and community risk reduction.
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