Valley fire departments awarded state grants totaling $200K

Valley fire departments awarded state grants totaling $200K

Staff report The Ohio State Fire Marshal, a division of the Ohio Department of Commerce, has announced several local fire departments have received various grants for training and equipment. The Equipment Grant program is providing $2 million to 148 fire departments across 72 counties. These funds will be used to purchase critical equipment such as protective turnout gear, rescue tools and other life-saving items that support firefighter safety …