(OCEANSIDE and SOUTH HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Since March 2020, members of the Oceanside and South Hempstead Fire Departments have continued to selflessly serve and protect the public at great personal risk amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a token of her unwavering appreciation for their efforts, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) presented COVID-19 service bars to the leaders and members of these agencies on Thursday, July 29 in recognition of their tireless efforts throughout the public health crisis.
“At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, local firefighters were among the countless first responders who selflessly stepped up to serve our communities and lead us through the darkest days of the crisis,” Legislator Mulé said. “These pins are but a small token of our appreciation and a symbol of our everlasting gratitude for their commitment to community service.”
PHOTO CAPTIONS - From left, Legislator Mule presents Nassau County COVID-19 service bars to the members of the Oceanside Fire Department (left) and South Hempstead Fire Department on Thursday, July 29.
PHOTO CREDIT - Office of Legislator Debra Mulé