The city of Dunkirk and Angola fire departments both will receive federal funding for needed equipment.

U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $1,223,040 in federal funding for 13 fire departments across New York state. The funding will be used to provide protective gear, training, and supplies to emergency personnel. The federal funding was administered through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.

Dunkirk received $76,007, while Angola received $56,170.

“These courageous first responders deserve all the federal support possible to ensure they have the equipment they need to keep themselves and our communities safe. I’ve fought my whole career to deliver resources for New York’s firefighters, and today’s funding will keep our fire department prepared to take on any emergency,” said Schumer.

Gillibrand agreed. “New York’s firefighters work tirelessly to protect our communities,” she said. “This federal funding will provide them with the equipment, training, and resources they need to stay safe as they respond to emergency situations. I will continue working to ensure that New York’s fire departments have what they need to continue defending our communities on the front lines.”

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The competitive grants are awarded to the applicants that most closely meet the program’s requirements and demonstrate a commitment to its priorities. The funding will be used to supplement the operations and safety of fire departments, including professional training, wellness programs, purchasing personal protective equipment and upgrading facilities and supplies.