Published 2 months ago

‘Not good’: Coventry Fire District facing ‘crisis level’ staffing shortage

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Coventry Town Councilor Jon Pascua says a staffing shortage has reached a crisis level. Six firefighters resigned just last week, while others are seeking opportunities elsewhere or being recruited by other departments across the state. Some firefighters are working close to 96 hours straight to try to fill the gaps.

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‘Not good’: Coventry Fire District facing ‘crisis level’ staffing shortage

COVENTRY, R.I. (WPRI) — Steven Baker was in West Warwick with his brother when their mother called and told them their house was on fire. Baker and his brother immediately rushed home — only to realize the firefighters hadn't even arrived yet. "Firefighters were just showing up," Baker said. "I was like, 'OK, how did I beat you guys here?'" Coventry Town Councilor Jon Pascua, who's also a firefighter with the Anthony Fire District, told 12 News …

2 months ago·East Providence, United States

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