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Washington County emergency services describe record call volumes during April storms; volunteer wildland teams deployed to multi‑county fires
Summary
County emergency‑services leaders briefed commissioners on a surge in calls during recent storms and the deployment of volunteer wildland teams to major wildfires in neighboring counties; leaders requested continued support for volunteer funding and mutual‑aid partnerships.
Washington County’s emergency‑services officials told the Board of County Commissioners that last month’s storms produced an unprecedented surge in calls for service and that county volunteer wildland firefighting teams have spent significant time assisting neighboring counties.
David Hayes, director of emergency services, said a single period during the April storm generated what he believes may be the highest 24‑hour call volume in county history. Firefighters — both career and volunteer — along with the 9‑1‑1 center, fielded an extraordinary workload that required “all hands” response and extended staffing to restore services.
Ollie Grif…
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