The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $252,000 Project Grant under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) program to the Little River Fire Department Inc. in Lenoir, NC. The grant funding will be used over a 24-month period from July 2024 to July 2026 to enhance the safety of the public and firefighting personnel. Key products and services to be delivered include procuring critical equipment, personal protective gear, and emergency response vehicles, as well as providing training and implementing health and wellness programs for first responders. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is a comprehensive funding initiative designed to address the equipment, training, and safety needs of fire departments and other emergency services organizations across the United States.
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