Avon Grove Regional Emergency Management was recently awarded a $20,000 state grant to maintain and expand the signal of the locally managed community information station 1670 AM, according to a staff report from the Chester County Press.
The funding was secured by State Senators Carolyn Comitta and John Kane.
The emergency radio station broadcasts information on severe weather events, roadwork and road closures, public service messages, and reminders regarding preparedness and safety in emergency situations.
AGREM is an emergency management organization that provides support to Avondale, West Grove, New London, Penn, Franklin, and London Britain. The organization has continued to expand to support more municipalities in the Oxford area.
The funds will be used to update older components at the station, invest in future maintenance, and purchase spare parts. The signal will be strengthened to reach Elk Township and the Maryland state line.
The funds will also go towards supporting web hosting and Internet and phone connections for up to five years and provide an option to manage broadcast messages remotely.
“In an emergency, access to timely, accurate, and up-to-date information is critical for residents, families, and community members,” said Comitta.
Read more about the Avon Grove Regional Emergency Management grant in the Chester County Press.
