Supporting Safer Communities: A Firefighter Needs Safety
A recent press conference, co-sponsored by Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company and the Washington, D.C. Fire Department, announced findings of a new national survey sponsored by Fireman’s Fund. The study finds that most fire departments are suffering from the economic downturn and are in need of additional support for equipment and training. Fireman’s Fund, through its independent agents, supports fire departments nationally. Also appearing on the video is an independent agent, All Risk, from Maryland who discusses the value in making donations to fire departments in the areas they serve.
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