Three Nassau fire departments are getting federal grants to help strengthen their response programs and maintain 24-hour staffing.

The Plandome Fire Department will receive $84,430, Williston Park Fire Department $56,580 and Bethpage Fire Department $44,330 from the Department of Homeland Security’s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response program, according to U.S. Sens. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY).

The program provides funding aimed at improving the effectiveness of firefighting operations through specialized training for situations like terrorist attacks; enhancement of emergency medical services; development of health and safety initiatives; establishment of fire education and prevention programs; creation of wellness and fitness programs; and equipment and facility upgrades.

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg talks with Michael Sicoli and Tess Ferguson about county champs crowned in boys and girls lacrosse, and Jared Valuzzi reports on the Long Island flag football championship. Credit: Newsday

Sarra Sounds Off Ep 36: Champs crowned in lax and flag football On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg talks with Michael Sicoli and Tess Ferguson about county champs crowned in boys and girls lacrosse, and Jared Valuzzi reports on the Long Island flag football championship.

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg talks with Michael Sicoli and Tess Ferguson about county champs crowned in boys and girls lacrosse, and Jared Valuzzi reports on the Long Island flag football championship. Credit: Newsday

Sarra Sounds Off Ep 36: Champs crowned in lax and flag football On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg talks with Michael Sicoli and Tess Ferguson about county champs crowned in boys and girls lacrosse, and Jared Valuzzi reports on the Long Island flag football championship.

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