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body armor for 1st responders
« on: September 12, 2022, 06:40:40 PM »
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2022/09/13/honolulu-fire-ems-outfit-first-responders-with-body-armor-amid-increase-active-threat-calls/

Honolulu firefighters were issued bulletproof vests and other protective gear last month so they can move in during active threat situations sooner to treat the wounded.

A total of 307 sets were purchased using federal grant money.

Honolulu EMS purchased about 200 sets last year for their crews.

It’s part of a nationwide trend to keep first responders safe when there is an active threat. “Incidents such as active shooters, edge weapon attacks, vehicles through crowds,” explained HFD Battalion Chief Craig Uchimura.
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