Nearly $4 million is being invested by the Province to equip and train volunteer and composite fire departments throughout BC.
Through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) 86 projects including several in the Cariboo are being supported by this stream.
100 Mile House: $29,924 for Wildland Structure Protection Equipment
Chimney and Felker Lakes Volunteer Fire Department $30,000 for Structure and wildland turnout gear and training.
Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade $29,998 for Structure and wildland equipment and fire-service instructor training.
Horsefly Volunteer Fire Department $29,908 for Hoses, pumps and breathing apparatus.
Quesnel Volunteer Fire Department $21,663 for Firefighter training support.
70 Mile House Volunteer Firefighters Association $18,910 for Equipment upgrades and firefighter training.
The Province said this funding will help volunteer and composite fire departments prepare for and respond to emergencies supported by new equipment and the delivery of firefighter training.
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