Barren County fire departments to receive thousands of dollars from FEMA grant

GLASGOW, Ky.- Several fire departments in Barren County will soon be better-equipped thanks to money coming from a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant.

Congressman Brett Guthrie’s office announced Thursday that the three departments will share $347,000 from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant.

The Hiseville Fire Department will receive $240,000 for a new fire truck.

The Glasgow Fire Department will receive $77,142 for a new ventilation system.

The Temple Hill Volunteer Fire Department will receive $29,857 to purchase three automated external defibrillators and other tools.

“Our brave firefighters put their lives on the line every day to help our communities,” said Guthrie. “Up-to-date fire equipment can get expensive, and these grants will help the Hiseville, Glasgow, and Temple Hill fire departments get the equipment and tools they need to continue protecting Barren County residents. Congratulations to the fire departments on receiving these competitive grants.”