Firefighters breath easier thanks to $1.7 million FEMA grant

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Firefighters breath easier thanks to $1.7 million FEMA grant

Thanks to a $1.7 million grant from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, Carson City, Tahoe Douglas, East Fork, Smith Valley, and North Lake Tahoe Fire Districts all have new, state-of-the-art Scott X3 PRO self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). These SCBAs, essential for protecting firefighters in hazardous environments, were nearing the end of their lifespan. The new Scott X3 PRO models offer the latest safety features, ensuring…