The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYSDHSES) received a $537,437 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to enhance the safety of public and firefighting personnel with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The 24-month project grant, awarded on August 13, 2024, will support critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements for fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies in New York. Specific uses of the grant funding may include acquiring personal protective equipment, conducting firefighter training programs, implementing facility modifications, and purchasing emergency response vehicles to improve community resilience and firefighter safety.
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