The City of Hartford was awarded a $140,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on July 15, 2024. The 24-month project grant, authorized under CFDA 97.044, aims to enhance the safety of firefighters and the public by supporting the procurement of critical firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, facility modifications, and health/wellness programs for first responders. The AFG program is a comprehensive funding initiative administered by FEMA to address the equipment and training needs of fire departments, emergency medical services, and fire training academies across the United States. The City of Hartford plans to utilize the grant funding to improve its firefighting capabilities and emergency response preparedness over the project period ending on July 14, 2026.
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