The fire underscored a matter smaller suburban fire departments face daily: They can battle most blazes with their own firefighters, but if a larger one hits, the departments must rely on the services of nearby cities for help.
Firefighters in Brooklyn, Ohio relied on help from10 other suburban communities after a large fire broke out at the Hampton Inn in February.CLEVELAND, Ohio – A large fire in Brooklyn did more than cause major damage to a hotel. It raised issues about safety forces in the region and the reliance on neighbors for help in emergencies.
“Most cities, when it comes to fires, rely on each other’s assistance because cities cannot afford to hire 100 guys or gals per shift to meet the standards that are set forth by the National Fire Protection Association,” said Kevin Paul, the city’s fire chief. “So, that is why we have these mutual-aid agreements.”
On a regular shift, six officers work in Brooklyn. The city has a department of 21 firefighters; they serve a city of about 12,000 residents. About 85% of the department’s calls are medical-related, Paul said. The department has had challenges finding new employees, Paul said. The coronavirus added to that, making it difficult to recruit officers.
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