TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – Fire departments across Northwest Ohio received millions in federal funding from The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), according to the office of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09).
On Monday, Rep. Kaptur’s office announced nearly $5 million was given out through the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) programs.
“This funding ensures our firefighters have the tools, equipment and staffing they need to respond safely and effectively. When we invest in our first responders, we invest in the security of every family and community they serve,” said Congresswoman Kaptur…