First responders statewide, including a local fire department and emergency management agencies (EMAs) in northern and north-central Indiana, will benefit from grants from Duke Energy Foundation.
The funding, which totals more than $285,000 for organizations across the state, will help public safety agencies increase their response capabilities during severe weather and other emergencies through advanced preparation, planning, equipment and training.
“During the current storm season, our service territory has experienced significant weather events, including an unusually high number of tornadoes,” said Stan Pinegar, president of Duke Energy Indiana. “I am proud of our recovery work, and we could not accomplish it effectively without the collaboration of a host of first responders in our communities. We appreciate their assistance.”
During major emergencies and natural disasters, local emergency management agencies play a critical role in providing information, resources and support that Duke Energy relies on to speed power restoration for its customers.
In northern and north-central Indiana, Duke Energy Foundation shareholder-funded grants were awarded to the following organizations:
Fulton County EMA
$8,000 to purchase mobile radios that will be utilized during traffic incidents or natural or man-made events, as well as reflective safety clothing for volunteers
Cass County EMA
$8,000 will be dedicated to a hands-on course that prepares emergency responders to extricate victims from machinery, auto accidents, fence impalements and a number of other emergency situations
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