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Fire Departments Struggle To Meet Demands Of Rural Communities

Fire Departments Struggle To Meet Demands Of Rural Communities

Update: 2025-12-22
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In Humboldt County, a rural volunteer fire station is struggling to meet its community’s needs. They’re hoping a state budget allocation to expand Calfire staffing might offer some support, but nothing has materialized yet. Reporter: Katherine Monahan, KQED




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Fire Departments Struggle To Meet Demands Of Rural Communities

Fire Departments Struggle To Meet Demands Of Rural Communities

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