Vacaville, Calif. - The City of Vacaville Fire Department announced that it has been awarded a $130,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to enhance its Regional Crash Response and Extrication Improvement Program. The program supports fire agencies across the region by improving crash response and extrication times through the purchase of advanced, lifesaving extrication equipment. The grant period runs through September 2026.
“Our mission is to reduce the impact of emergencies in a caring and competent manner,” said Fire Chief Kris Concepcion. “This funding helps us get lifesaving equipment into the hands of firefighters faster, improving outcomes for crash victims and making our roadways safer for everyone when seconds count.”
Funding from this grant will be used to purchase new battery-powered extrication tools designed to improve efficiency and safety during critical incidents. Specifically, the grant will fund:
- Two fully equipped extrication systems and one combination tool.
- Training for department personnel on the proper use, handling, and deployment of the equipment.
- Community outreach presentations focused on traffic safety topics such as seat belt safety, distracted driving, and impaired driving prevention.
The program also incorporates best practice strategies to decrease the time it takes for the specialized extrication resources to reach crash scenes and extricate the victims of traffic crashes, improving survival outcomes for those involved in serious collisions.
Funding for this program was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
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Contact:
Fire Chief Kris Concepcion
Vacaville Fire Department
(707) 449-5452
Kris.Concepcion@CityofVacaville.gov
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