The grant, written by the city fire department, was awarded through the county Emergency Management Agency (EMA) from the state’s Homeland Security Grant Program.  

The hazmat team responds throughout Columbiana County when requested by local fire departments, and this equipment upgrade will enhance responders’ safety, according to East Liverpool fire Chief Bill Jones.

The departments include Gloucester Township fire districts 2, 4, 5, and 6, the Pine Hill Fire Department, the Lindenwold Fire Department, and the Deptford Fire Department.

 

Norcross said making sure firefighters receive the protection and equipment they need is important to ensure they can continue to do their job of protecting our communities safety.