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Fire officials say about 15 seasonal wildland firefighters hired to support county operations
Summary
District leaders reported the first wave of seasonal hires has started; officials said about 15 seasonals will support wildland operations and neighboring agencies this season.
District officials told the commission that the first wave of seasonal wildland firefighters has started and more will arrive soon. The division chief asked seasonals in the room to identify themselves and said this is the first wave of hires.
"We'll have a total of about 15 seasonals to support wildland fire operations for Elko County and our surrounding neighbors and friends," the division chief said. Commissioner Brian thanked personnel and urged them to stay safe during the season. The hire was presented as an operational update; no formal action was taken during the meeting.
