Rhode Island Ramps Up Wildfire Gear | Providence News

Rhode Island’s wildfire defense just got a major upgrade—thanks to a new $50,000 state budget allocation for modern wildland fire hoses. The state’s aging gear, some dating back to the 80s, suffered heavy losses in last year’s devastating fires, with $30,000 worth destroyed. With fast-moving, intense blazes becoming the norm, outdated equipment can’t keep up. This funding ensures reliable, cutting-edge hoses arrive in 3-6 months—critical for firefighter safety and preserving funds for other vital wildfire initiatives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/125f493ac6f7ce12