Louis B. Ruediger | Tribune-Review
Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 (Station 69) Lt. Rick Pomycala shows off one of 18 self-contained breathing apparatus units that replace older ones.
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After failed attempts to secure grant money, Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 secured $108,000 from a state insurance fund to pay for firefighters’ special breathing equipment.
The fire company recently received 18 self-contained breathing apparatus as well as portable air supplies. Firefighters wear the breathing equipment when entering building fires and other
dangerous conditions.
“It’s important for our volunteers to have proper and safe equipment,” Lower Burrell Councilman Chris Fabry said. “They put their lives on the line for the residents of Lower Burrell and neighboring communities. It’s vital that they are protected in every way pos