WASHINGTON, D.C. – Fire and EMS departments across the country are finding extra money in their bank accounts today as the 2009 AFG grants have been announced.
Nearly $71M was awarded to 926 departments.
Typically, the grants are announced between July and October. No SAFER or Fire Prevention, Safety awards have been made yet.
The money will be used to purchase protective gear, vehicles as well as other equipment that can help protect personnel. Some agencies also use the funds for training.
To see the departments that received awards, visit http://www.firegrantsupport.com/content/html/afg/Awards09.aspx
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