Shelton Fire Department Receives $60k Grant

SHELTON, CT — The Shelton Fire Department was awarded a $60,000 Assistance to Firefighters grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to assist with training and resources.

"The personal protective equipment provided by the AFG- S award will help to ensure that our 256 volunteer firefighters of the Shelton Fire Department will continue to be well protected as we adapt to all challenges placed upon America’s first responders,” said SFD Chief Francis T. Jones III.

Bridgeport, Fairfield and Oxford fire departments also received grant money through the program.

“Public investment in our fire departments will improve the safety of our community for years to come,” said Congressman Jim Himes in a statement. “The brave men and women who staff our fire departments deserve the most up-to-date equipment and training to save lives and keep themselves safe. I’m happy to see federal funding protecting the life and safety of Southwest Connecticut residents.”