Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $43,000 In Federal Funding For The Dekalb Junction Volunteer Fire Department In St. Lawrence County

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U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $43,429 in federal funding for the DeKalb Junction Volunteer Fire Department. The money was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The DeKalb Volunteer Fire Department will use this federal investment to purchase new fire turnout gear and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or air packs.

"The dedicated men and women at the DeKalb Volunteer Fire Department put their lives on the line each day to protect our residents and property. In order to do their jobs effectively they need top-notch equipment and protective gear," said Senator Schumer. "This funding will allow our firefighters to purchase the vital resources they need to continue their important work of saving lives."

"The DeKalb Volunteer Fire Department will use this funding to invest in critical equipment that will help keep firefighters safe during emergency situations and enable them able to carry out their lifesaving work more effectively," said Senator Gillibrand. "Our first responders are on the frontlines during emergencies and should have the most up-to-date equipment as they do their job protecting our community."

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