Saluda Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc. is one of 21 fire departments in the state awarded funds in the latest distribution from the Assistant to Firefighters Grant Program.
Saluda Fire and Rescue will receive $55,670, which can be used for training, equipment, wellness and fitness and health and safety modifications.
“Our North Carolina firefighters are some of the bravest and and hardest working men and women I know,” said U.S. Senator Kay Hagan (D-NC), who announced the funding. “They need the most up-to-date technology and equipment to effectively do their jobs.”
The AFG program is funded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Grants are awarded to fire departments and EMS organizations to boost their ability to respond to emergencies.