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Fire officials urge prevention, roll out low-acuity unit trial and battery-safety outreach
Summary
Unified Fire and local fire captains told the council that call volumes are rising and outlined a new community risk reduction program, lithium-ion battery safety education, and a pilot low-acuity unit ("Lower Acuity Unit 101") aimed at keeping heavy apparatus available for serious incidents.
At the Oct. 23 work session, Holladay's fire representatives briefed the council on two operational priorities: public education on lithium-ion battery risks and a pilot low-acuity response unit.
Captain Bradford presented quarterly data showing rising call volumes and described a new community risk-reduction program focused on prevention and education. Staff warned about recent lithium-ion battery…
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