“As first responders, our local firefighters play an integral role in keeping our communities safe,” Lincoln said. “This federal funding will allow the Cabot Fire Department to provide its firefighters with the best training and equipment so they can continue to protect local residents.”

"Residents depend on the safety and services fire departments provide," said Pryor.  "This grant will ensure our firefighters have the essential equipment and training they need in order to safely and effectively respond to emergencies."

 

"This funding will help make sure firefighters at the Cabot Fire Department have the resources necessary to keep their surrounding communities safe,” said Berry.  "We have a responsibility to support all first responders, who put their lives on the line to serve our community, and to ensure they have everything they need to do their jobs."

 

The AFG program is intended to enhance first responders’ ability to protect the health and safety of the public.  Since 2004, the AFG program has provided nearly $2.2 billion to first-responder organizations.  AFG program grants through the Operations and Safety Program are awarded to fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations for training, equipment, personal protective equipment, wellness and fitness, and health and safety modifications to stations and facilities.