$500K US grant to pay for new fire engine

The state’s congressional delegation recently announced it has secured $648 million in federal fire grants that will benefit 15 fire departments throughout t in he state through – including Cranston and Johnston.

The funds from the Assistance to Firefights Grant (AFG) program and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program will help departments acquire needed equipment ranging from fire trucks to breathing apparatus and other personal safety gear.

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“Fire departments across Rhode Island are too often working with outdated equipment. We owe it to them to ensure they have the tools and training they need to respond quickly and keep Rhode Islanders safe,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I will continue working to bring federal resources back to our state so that local departments are not left to shoulder these costs alone.” [...] Read Full Article.