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CHARLESTON -- The Marlinton Fire Department will receive more than half a million dollars in federal funding, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., announced.
Manchin, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,384,746 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency to strengthen fire safety across West Virginia.
The Marlinton Fire Department, in Pocahontas County, will receive $256,000 through the federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
Manchin said the funding will provide critical resources to seven emergency services organizations throughout the state, as well as support two cities in their efforts to train personnel, improve efficiency, promote public safety and advance research into firefighter health and well-being.
"Our brave West Virginia firefighters risk their lives every day to protect our communities, and we must ensure they have the necessary equipment and resources to do their jobs safely and effectively," Manchin said.
"I'm pleased FEMA is investing more than $2.3 million to strengthen fire safety and bolster emergency preparedness throughout our great state.
"As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue advocating for resources to support our firefighters as they work tirelessly to protect West Virginians across the Mountain State," Manchin noted.
The funding is made possible through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program and the Fire Prevention and Safety Program, which are two of three grant programs under FEMA that focus on enhancing firefighter safety and public safety as they relate to fire hazards.
AFG awards provide critically-needed resources that equip and train emergency personnel to recognized standards, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability and support community resilience.
The other recipients in West Virginia include:
$765,339 - Webster Springs Volunteer Fire Department
$690,076 - Blacksville Volunteer Fire Department
$149,965 - Terra Alta Ambulance Squad
$132,428 - Capon Springs Volunteer Fire Department
$110,263 - Quinwood Volunteer Fire Department
$48,368 - Cool Springs Community Fire Department
FP&G awards help fire departments and non-profit organizations strengthen community fire prevention programs and support scientific research on improving firefighter safety, health and well-being.
The West Virginia recipients are:
$183,196 - City of
Huntington
$49,111 - City of Wheeling