The Bullock Community Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a $158,255 Project Grant through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 24-month grant period runs from July 30, 2024 to July 29, 2026. The AFG Program provides funding to fire departments, emergency medical service organizations, and state fire training academies to support critical infrastructure, equipment procurement, training, and safety improvements. This award will enable the Bullock Community Volunteer Fire Department to acquire necessary firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, and implement health and wellness programs for first responders in order to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards.
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