Capito, Manchin announce $400K in funding for Wheeling Fire Department for new equipment

The Wheeling Fire Department will receive $400,018 to purchase new equipment thanks to the efforts of Sens. Shelley Moore Capito and Joe Manchin.

Capito, R-W.Va., and Manchin, D-W.Va., announced the funding Tuesday, which is through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

"Our firefighters are on the front lines each and every day in West Virginia, and they courageously provide services that we rely on to keep our communities safe. This is especially true throughout the past year with the additional challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. That's why we must continue to make sure that these men and women have the resources they need to do their job effectively," Capito said. "As Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, I have helped our fire departments take advantage of funding through the AFG program, and I will continue to ensure our first responders have the resources they need to safely serve their communities."

"Our brave West Virginia firefighters risk their lives every day to protect our communities and have worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We must ensure our firefighters have the necessary equipment and resources to do their job safely and effectively," Manchin added. "I am pleased FEMA is supporting firefighters in Leon and Wheeling. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to advocate for funding for West Virginia's firefighters."