The City of Los Angeles Fire Department has been awarded a $1,369,884 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the National Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Response System (CFDA 97.025) program. This 36-month grant, with a performance period from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027, will support the maintenance and development of the City's specialized urban search and rescue capabilities. Key focus areas include structural collapse rescue, trench/tunnel rescue, terrorism and disaster preparation, maritime infrastructure protection, firefighter safety, and adequate staffing. The funding will provide for the management, training, equipment procurement, and maintenance of the City's US&R task force, which is a critical resource for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments during complex emergency scenarios such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and hazmat incidents.
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