>>Southampton County Women's Group Donates Life-Saving Equipment to Fire and Rescue Crews
(Southampton County, VA) -- Southampton County Fire and Rescue faces challenges responding to emergencies in rural areas, prompting the Southampton County Women's Leadership Committee to raise funds for life-saving equipment. Rebecca Hughes with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
With the help of Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Company, they donated an rugged terrain vehicle, medic slide, and transport trailer to the department. The equipment will benefit multiple fire departments and EMS agencies in the county, providing crucial support in hard-to-reach locations. The committee's efforts have also led to the establishment of a nonprofit and foundation for future scholarships, with plans to donate more equipment in the future.