Connecticut's Firefighter Shortage

nfd2004 · 2025-05-07T18:36:32-0400

Recruitment of firefighters across the State of Connecticut is dropping causing concern.

Here are two seperate news reports from two Connecticut local news channels.

Capttomo · 2025-05-07T22:01:55-0400

It is happening in many many other areas of the country. Pennsylvania is facing a similar crisis statewide. New York is not too far behind.

Capttomo · 2025-05-07T22:03:56-0400

The Need for Pennsylvania Volunteer Firefighters

Volunteer firefighters are the backbone of fire service in Pennsylvania, especially in Lancaster County, where nearly all fire departments rely on dedicated volunteers to protect their communities. However, the number of Pennsylvania volunteer firefighters has been on a decline, and this...

www.jointhefd.com

Capttomo · 2025-05-07T22:05:08-0400

New York Fire Departments Sound the Alarm Over Volunteer Shortage | Fingerlakes1.com

With volunteer ranks declining and firehouses under strain, New York’s emergency services are rallying this week to spotlight a growing crisis that could reshape the future of public safety across the state. Senator Tom O’Mara is raising the alarm ahead of “RecruitNY” weekend on April 26–27...

www.fingerlakes1.com

Capttomo · 2025-05-07T22:06:34-0400

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Capttomo · 2025-05-07T22:08:17-0400

The dire shortage of volunteer firefighters in the US

Much of the US relies heavily on non-career firefighters, but their ranks are dwindling. If the problem doesn't abate, there's a lot at stake.

www.bbc.com