Georgia Fire Departments Receive Emergency Drinking Water from Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council to Support Wildfire Relief Efforts




This summer, Anheuser-Busch is collaborating with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) for the fourth year in a row to provide emergency drinking water to more than 47,000 cans nationwide. Georgia To help prepare them for the 2022 wildfire season.

As the wildfire season lengthens and intensifies, clean drinking water remains essential to meet the water needs of firefighters – but many volunteer departments struggle with limited budgets and resources. The water reaches inside Georgia It helps to address this critical need by supporting the Anglo-Saxon community Cartesville The brewery is proud to call home.

“I appreciate Anheuser-Busch’s generous support Georgia Firefighters, ”said the senator Jon Ossoff.

Georgia Firefighters said they spend their lives online every day to protect communities in our state John F. King, Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner. “I am very pleased that Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council have chosen to include more Georgia Volunteer firefighters in this year’s emergency water distribution. Our agency is here to support our local fire department, and we are proud to promote this wonderful program.

This year’s partnership between Anger-Bush and NVFC will provide more than 1.5 million cans of emergency drinking water to about 450 volunteer firefighters in 46 states. The brewer’s 30-year commitment to the emergency water supply program is a significant continuation of its emergency response and support to local communities in times of need.

“Our emergency drinking water program is a great source of pride for all of us, including our 700 employees at Anuvezer-Bush. Georgia “We have done our part to recognize and support the heroes who protect our communities from natural disasters.” Colin LucasAnheuser-Busch Vice President for Community Impact. “We are honored to extend our hand by using our production and distribution capacity as a positive force Georgia Volunteer fire service and first responders across the country.

“Hydration is an important part of the health and safety of firefighters, and it is an important part of getting firefighters to work as much as possible in response,” said the NVFC chairman. Steve Hersche. “We appreciate the continued commitment of Anuvezer-Bush to our volunteers’ boots on the ground. Since this invaluable program provides valuable input to volunteer departments, you can use their limited budget for other important purposes.

In GeorgiaEmergency Drinking Water Donation for Sumter County Fire and Rescue Webster County Fire Department, Bona Vista Fire Department, North Dade Volunteer Fire and Rescue; Tattnall County Fire, Higheston Fire protection, Ben Hill Fire protection, Wayne County Fire rescue and Nahunta Fire protection.

The water is produced locally from the Anuzer-Bush Brewery. Carterville, Georgia In collaboration with the American Red Cross and NVFC, it will stop brewing for emergency drinking water to support emergency relief efforts.

As of 2019, the Anuvezer-Bush and National Wholesale Distributors Network – Albany Beverage, B&B Beverage, Eagle Rock Distribution and Southern Crown Partners – have partnered with NVFC for more than 4.9 million clean drinking water. More than 960 fire departments across the country to support wildfire response needs.

“The Albany Beverage Company is proud to be working with Annewser-Bush and NVFC to help meet the needs of our local volunteer fire department,” he said. Weiss Terrell, Vice President of Sales, Albany Beverage. “Summer heat South Georgia It can be extreme. The water provided by this program is highly desirable for first responders in rural areas. This is one way we can show our appreciation for what these men and women are doing to protect us all.

Learn more about emergency drinking water for the Durland Fire Protection Program at www.nvfc.org/water.


About ANHEUSER-Bush
At Anheuser-Busch, our goal is to create a future with many joys. We always want to serve new ways of living, move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact on the world. We hope to build a future that everyone can respect and that everyone can share. For more than 160 years, Anuvezer-Bush has made a fortune producing high-quality beers that satisfy the craving of future generations. Today, we own more than 120 factories, including breweries, wholesale distribution centers, agricultural facilities and packaging, and more than 19,000 employees. America. We are home to several of America’s most popular beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA and Stella Artois, as well as a wide range of regional brands that offer beer drinkers a selection of the best flavors in the industry. From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting our home communities. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com or follow Anheuser-Busch on LinkedIn TwitterFacebook and Instagram.

About the National Volunteer Fire Council
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is a non-profit membership association representing the needs of volunteer fire, emergency medical and rescue services. NVFC serves as the voice of volunteers at the national forum and provides critical advocacy, resources, programs and education to first responders across the country. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.


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