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Coats for Kids Giveaway Supports Local Families Ahead of Cold Weather
November 09, 2025 | PENNSYLVANIA
Courtesy of Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire,

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Photo by Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire.

Photo by Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire.
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Pittsburgh, Pa. — November 9 —The Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire, along with Pittsburgh Fire Fighters Local 1, hosted the annual Coats for Kids giveaway in the Hazelwood neighborhood this weekend. Firefighters and volunteers handed out hundreds of coats to local children. This effort aims to support families as winter approaches.
The event gathered community members, department staff, and partners who helped organize and fund the distribution. Fire officials mentioned that the program keeps growing each year, providing steady support to families who need help getting warm clothing.