SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) — The Springfield Township Fire Department continued their four-year tradition of giving back to the community Wednesday, distributing 400 complete Thanksgiving meals to families facing food insecurity during the holiday season.

First responders worked alongside volunteers to hand out turkeys, potatoes, onions, green beans, bread, soup, fruit and dessert to hundreds of families who signed up for the annual turkey drive. The department partnered with Ally Financial and Metro Food Rescue to make the event possible.

Watch Jolie Sherman's video report below: Springfield Township firefighters distribute 400 Thanksgiving meals to families in need

"We're feeding people who need food and there's just nothing better," Fire Chief Matt Covey said.

The sign-up

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