ORONOGO, Mo. – The Oronogo Fire District received new equipment through a state grant today, April 12th.
The Missouri Department of Conservation awarded the Oronogo Fire District with a 50/50 Grant in December 2022. The district received almost $6,000 of new equipment, meaning $3,000 will be reimbursed to the station.
The Oronogo FD received the following:
- New gloves
- Nomex hoods
- Flashlights
- Fire helmets for wildland firefighters
- Hose nozzles
- Goggles
- Backpacks
Firefighters said these much-needed upgrades will replace older equipment and help residents in surrounding communities.
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