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(Washington D.C.)- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today that the Warren Fire Department and Ferndale Fire Department will be the recipients of firefighter assistance grants. Congressman Levin wrote letters to DHS in support of both grant applications.
“The fire department grants announced today mean needed improvements so firefighters in these two communities are better equipped and able to protect local citizens,” said Rep. Levin. “It is vital to community safety for our first responders to have the facilities and equipment they need.”
The Warren Fire Department will receive $198,720 to purchase six monitor/defibrillators on its fire engines. The devices will give emergency responders the latest in important lifesaving technology.
“Public safety is a top priority in Warren,” said Warren Mayor Jim Fouts. “This equipment will save lives and I appreciate the effort put forth by Congressman Levin’s office to help secure this funding.”
The Ferndale Fire Department will receive $56,250 to upgrade its vehicle exhaust extraction system. The new system will remove vehicle exhaust from the building, improving air quality for firefighters who reside there between calls, and filter harmful products out of the air before releasing it outside the station.
"The Ferndale Fire Department and the city of Ferndale are very grateful for this award to protect our employees from the adverse effects of exhaust in the building," said Acting Ferndale Fire Chief Kevin Sullivan.
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