The West Salem Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a $165,663 Project Grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044). The grant, awarded on July 18, 2024, will support the department's efforts to enhance the safety of public and firefighting personnel. Key activities to be funded include the procurement of critical equipment, personal protective gear, facility modifications, emergency response vehicle acquisitions, and the implementation of health and wellness programs for first responders. The grant performance period runs through July 17, 2026.
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