October is National Fire Prevention Month and now Yorktown first responders will be receiving new equipment that will enhance their rescue efforts.
Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services is partnering with Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company to award an $11,000 grant that will be split evenly between the Yorktown Heights Engine Company #1 and the Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
The fire department grant funds are earmarked for a projector and retractable screen that will be used to maintain and provide the highest level of training available. The ambulance corps’ donated funds will purchase three electric stretcher battery upgrade kits, which extend the battery capacity of mechanical stretchers from three to five years. In addition, funds will purchase three “scoop” stretchers that convert to longboards and support extrication rescues.
“More material is becoming available electronically, so the projector will enable us to display and utilize this essential information,”
“When every second counts, it’s essential our paramedics and emergency medical technicians have the necessary equipment to do our jobs effectively and efficiently,”
Members of Yorktown Heights Engine Company and Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps will be joined by executives from Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services and Fireman’s Fund for the presentation of the grant package:
Date/Time:
Tues, Oct. 27, 2009
2:00 p.m.
Yorktown Heights, NY
“Especially in this economy, first responders are being asked to do more with fewer resources, so I’m proud to support the Yorktown community in a meaningful way,” said Robert E. Spadaccia, president of Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services.
The grant package is part of a nationwide philanthropic program funded by Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company. The program is designed to provide needed equipment, training and educational tools to local fire departments. Since 2004, Fireman’s Fund has issued grants to over 1,500 different departments totaling more than $24 million. Independent insurance agencies that sell Fireman’s Fund products, like Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services, are able to direct these grants to support fire departments.
About Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services
Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services takes pride in providing its clients with the security and confidence of having the right insurance coverage for their unique needs. The agency rests in their experience with a carefully selected group of financially sound, reputable insurance companies and in their extensive knowledge of a wide variety of insurance products. Fairfield County Bank Insurance Services will tailor a proposal that targets your particular requirements, and they always strive to secure the best coverage at a competitive price. To learn more, visit www.carnallinsurance.com.
About Fireman’s Fund
Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company is a premier property and casualty insurance company providing personal and commercial insurance products nationwide. It is rated 'AA-' by Standard & Poor’s Rating Services. Founded in 1863 with a mission to support firefighters, Fireman’s Fund continues this effort today through its national philanthropic work. Fireman’
For more info:
Danny Perry (Fireman's Fund)
T. 212.524.7892
C. 707.386.8476
dperry@ffic.com
