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Grosse Ile Fire Department reports 30% year‑to‑date rise in calls as staffing grows
Summary
Fire Chief reported a roughly 30% year‑to‑date increase in calls, detailed staffing gains to 32 members, and described recent training and mutual‑aid responses including a house fire on Aug. 3.
The Grosse Ile Fire Department told commissioners that emergency medical service runs and fire activity are up about 30% year to date, and department staffing has increased substantially to meet the demand.
Why it matters: A sustained rise in calls affects response capacity, training needs and scheduling; the department said added personnel and targeted training are intended to maintain service levels.
The chief reported "466 EMS runs, 96 fire incidents," and said "about 105 of those calls were at night between the hours of…
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