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Greenville expands regional rescue capacity with USAR agreement; police to receive JAG funds for less‑lethal gear
Summary
Council approved a renewed interagency urban search‑and‑rescue mutual aid agreement with New Bern and accepted a JAG grant application to purchase less‑lethal equipment; staff described USAR capabilities, a recent multi‑hour deployment and a state grant to support the team.
Greenville will continue to host a regional Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) capability and expand interagency partnerships after City Council approval on April 9.
Fire Chief Jeremy Anderson and Battalion Chief Brad Johnson explained the USAR task force’s role and regional reach. "We can respond within four hours and be self‑sufficient for 72 hours," Johnson…
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