MARQUETTE, MI— The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is allocating money to several Upper Peninsula fire departments.
The funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants program.
- The Ahmeek Fire Department will receive $37,830 to purchase turnout gear and jaws of life equipment.
- The Village of Laurium is getting $330,000 to purchase turnout gear.
- Osceola Township will receive $100,000 to improve operations and safety.
