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Sheriff and fire chiefs report busy period, staffing pressures in Fernley
Summary
Chief Deputy Mitch Brandingham reported a vehicle‑in‑canal recovery and a pursuit that ended with a deputy injured; Battalion Chief Schneider said Fernley has had periods with no paramedics on duty and relies on mutual aid and air transport.
Public safety officials told the Fernley City Council on Nov. 19 about a busy recent period and staff pressures in both law enforcement and fire/EMS.
Chief Deputy Mitch Brandingham of the Blind County Sheriff’s Office briefed the council on two notable weekend incidents: a vehicle that drove into a canal (the vehicle was later removed with county assistance)…
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