Warwick could get $530K to improve emergency operations

WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — Warwick could soon relocate its 70-year-old Emergency Operations Center thanks to more than $530,000 in federal funding. […] Rep. Seth Magaziner, who helped secure the funding, hopes this will improve the city’s emergency response times. “When Rhode Islanders are in danger, they deserve swift assistance,” he said. “I am committed to supporting first responders in Congress and ensuring they are equipped with the tools they need to do their jobs safely and effectively.” Magaziner said the funding will also allow the Warwick Fire Department to purchase new state-of-the-art communications equipment, including signal receivers, radio consoles and a new computer server. [...] Read Full Article