The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) released a total of P2.880 billion to the Department of the Interior and Local Government - Bureau of Fire Protection (DILG-BFP) to support its ongoing modernization efforts and strengthen the government’s firefighting capabilities.

Secretary Amenah “Mina” F. Pangandaman approved the release of a Special Allotment Release Order (SARO) for the said purpose on 10 May 2024.

"We understand how crucial BFP's responsibilities are during emergency response and fire incidents. We owe it to them to support their ongoing capability enhancement efforts so they can effectively perform their mandate," Secretary Mina said.

"Bilang pagtugon din po ito sa utos ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos na i-equip ang ating firefighters. Alam naman po natin na sa pagtupad ng kanilang tungkulin, buhay ang nakataya," the Budget Secretary added.

The P2.880 billion fund will be utilized for the acquisition of 154 firetrucks, 3 collapsed structure and rescue trucks, and 132 ambulances.