WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley said that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a $87,61721 competitive grant to the Birmingham Volunteer Fire Department through the Operations and Safety Program.
"Firefighters put their lives on the line every day for the good of the community," Grassley said. "It's important that firefighters have the necessary equipment and training to help keep the community safe."
The Operations and Safety Program supplements training, equipment, personal protective equipment, wellness and fitness, and health and safety modifications to stations and facilities.