EASTLAND, Texas – The Eastland Fire Department soon will replace its aging emergency backup generator with a new state-of-the-art unit, thanks to an $11,174 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.
The LCRA Community Grant, along with $2,794 in matching funds from the department, will enable the department to purchase and install the new generator so the fire station can remain fully operational during power outages, severe weather and other emergencies.
“Having reliable backup power is essential to everything we do,” Fire Chief Shawn Brightman said. “This new generator will allow us to maintain continuous communications, keep critical medical equipment running and have our apparatus ready to respond at a moment’s notice, even during extended outages or severe weather.”
