Many Small Towns In Desperate Need Of Volunteer Firefighters

The video discusses the critical role of volunteer firefighters in small towns, where they make up 91% of the workforce due to limited budgets. In contrast, larger towns have more paid firefighters. Challenges include recruiting new and younger volunteers, as the number of calls has tripled while volunteer numbers remain stagnant. The role of firefighters is shifting towards providing medical aid, especially in smaller towns with fewer hospitals. Community support through donations and fundraisers is vital for these departments.

What percentage of firefighters in towns with fewer than 10,000 people are volunteers?

• 75%

• 50%

• 24%

• 91%

What has been a significant challenge for volunteer fire departments in recent years?

• Too many young volunteers

• Decreasing number of fire incidents

• Stagnant number of volunteers

• Excessive government funding

Which age group of firefighters has become harder to recruit?

• 30-40

• Over 50

• Under 30

• 40-50

What is the primary reason for the growth in the number of paid firefighters?

• Increased fire incidents

• Bigger places investing more

• More volunteers available

• Decreased need for medical aid

What is a common financial challenge for small town fire departments?

• Overfunding from the government

• Excessive tax support

• Too many paid firefighters

• Reliance on fundraisers