U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin has announced more than $414,000 in federal funds for four fire departments in Illinois.

The Illinois Democrat said Wednesday the funds come from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He said the money will help ensure firefighters are equipped with the best tools possible for responding to fires and other emergencies. The money will go toward the purchase of vehicles as well as operating costs and safety activities.

The funding is provided through a Department of Homeland Security grant program that aims to strengthen the nation's ability to respond to fire and related hazards.

The funds will go to fire departments in Humboldt, East Peoria, Urbana and Riverdale.