A regional fire department is set to benefit from state financial assistance aimed at enhancing its fleet. The Portersville Muddy Creek Volunteer Fire Department has secured a substantial loan of approximately $82,000 from the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. This funding will assist in acquiring a newer ambulance model, specifically a Ford E350 Crestline CCL150, which will replace outdated equipment and improve emergency services. The initiative aligns with a statewide program designed to provide affordable loans for upgrading crucial facilities and tools within fire and emergency medical service organizations.

Representative Aaron Bernstine recently announced that the Office of the State Fire Commissioner had approved a significant loan for the Portersville Muddy Creek Volunteer Fire Department. This financial support aims to enable the department to procure an advanced ambulance unit. The new vehicle will not only modernize the department’s fleet but also ensure more reliable and efficient responses to emergencies.

The low-interest loan program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner plays a vital role in empowering local fire and EMS units. By facilitating access to necessary funds, it allows these organizations to maintain high standards of operational readiness and safety. For the Portersville Muddy Creek Volunteer Fire Department, this means replacing an aging ambulance with one better suited to contemporary emergency needs.

This initiative underscores the importance of investing in public safety infrastructure. With the acquisition of a more capable vehicle, the department can continue serving its community effectively. The collaboration between the state government and local volunteer groups highlights a shared commitment to ensuring that first responders have the resources they need to protect lives and property.