200,000 fewer US volunteer firefighters since 1984, particularly in southern West Virginia, raises community risk due to busy lifestyles and recruitment challenges.
200,000 fewer volunteer firefighters in the US since 1984, with southern West Virginia particularly impacted, is causing community risk. Busy lifestyles, work, and caring for aging parents make recruiting challenging. Beaver Volunteer Fire Department's Will Davis believes there will always be volunteers, encouraging people to experience the fulfillment of helping neighbors in emergencies, hoping a new generation will step up.
March 21, 2024
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