Firefighters hope to ‘Fill the Boot' in support of Muscular Dystrophy Association
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Drivers along a busy road near Washington County will notice firefighters with boots in hand.
The off-duty crews with Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue are taking part in the annual 'Fill the Boot' fundraiser, asking motorists to donate money to help support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).
Firefighters will be along Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway and Canyon Road, and the on-ramps and off-ramps to Highway 217 in Beaverton between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday, June 6.
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