Fresno Fire Department set to hire over 40 firefighters using federal grant money
In the last year, Fresno City Firefighters have stepped up to respond to a record number of calls.
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But much-needed relief could soon be on the way.
The Fresno City Council approved a federal grant that would mean dozens of new firefighters.
Station 3 in downtown is one of the busiest in the city, so it s one of the stations that will benefit the most from this grant - more equipment and staff that could help crews get to medical emergencies and fires more efficiently.
In the last year, Fresno City Firefighters have stepped up to respond to a record number of calls - 1,100 in the last two months alone.