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In recognition of Fire Prevention Week and the service and sacrifice of volunteer firefighters throughout Pennsylvania, new funding of $646,891 was announced by the State to help rural communities guard against the threat of wildfires in the state’s forests and other undeveloped areas. “Across the state, these funds will benefit 132 volunteer fire companies serving…
Acting State Fire Commissioner Bruce Trego wants Pennsylvanians to “Look, Listen, and Learn.” This is not just the new theme of Fire Prevention Week Oct. 7 – 13, it could save the lives of those reacting to a fire in their homes. Trego said today’s homes are filled with synthetic materials that burn hotter and…