JONESBORO, Ark. — Craighead County and the City of Jonesboro have joined forces to introduce a new Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) response vehicle, bolstering regional preparedness thanks to federal funding facilitated by the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management and the Department of Homeland Security.
During a recent ceremony, Craighead County Judge Marvin Day handed over the keys to the specialized vehicle to Jonesboro Fire Chief Marty Hamrick. Captain Tommy Hall, the response team commander, and Anthony Coy, Director of Emergency Management for Craighead County were also present.
This collaboration allows the Jonesboro Fire Department to provide critical personnel and expertise for the regional response team. It also enables Craighead County to access federal funds dedicated to equipping and training the team, which serves the northeast response area spanning seventeen counties.
“This initiative underscores our commitment to readiness and safety across our region,” said Judge Marvin Day. “The grant funds, totaling nearly one million dollars over the past two years, have been crucial in enhancing our capabilities, with all expenditures fully reimbursed.”
The new equipment enhances response capabilities across the region and supports local responders within Craighead County, particularly the Jonesboro Hazardous Materials team, during non-WMD incidents.
For further information, contact Anthony Coy at Craighead County Emergency Management.
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