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Aug 27, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
Roane County volunteer fire departments seek recruits
By The BriefBrief
A BBBTV12 report by Dudley Evans says volunteer fire departments across Roane County are facing mounting staffing shortages, prompting a community-wide appeal for new recruits. The West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department is actively seeking residents to step up and serve to help cover the shortfall.
WHO: Volunteer fire departments across Roane County, including the West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department; Dudley Evans (BBBTV12)
WHAT: An urgent call for community members to volunteer and join due to staffing shortages.
WHEN: Reported Aug 27, 2026 at 3:48 PM ET
WHERE: Roane County, Tennessee
WHY: The departments are issuing the appeal because ongoing staffing shortages have left them short on volunteers.
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