Reading firefighters will hit streets to give muscular dystrophy the boot

Reading firefighters will be out at prominent city intersections Friday asking motorists to help "Fill the Boot" for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Every dollar that motorists pitch into the firefighters' boots helps the firefighters union and its members assist Berks County families living with neuromuscular diseases get medical treatment and support services. Firefighters will be collecting at 11th and Rockland streets and Third and Washington streets from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The International Association of Fire Fighters has been a national MDA partner for more than 50 years and remains committed to the fight to end neuromuscular diseases.

"We know the money we raise definitely makes a difference in the lives of people affected by neuromuscular diseases, and that it helps them get the care they need," said Mike Shoumlisky, president of IAFF Local 1803, the Reading firefighters union. "Fill the Boot is a proud tradition for us, and it's a great way for firefighters to be out in the community reminding residents that we are here, always ready to help."

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Reading firefighters will hit streets to give muscular dystrophy the boot