An increase in Covid-19 cases in Cincinnati has led to staffing shortages in the city's fire department, a city spokesperson said.
An increase in Covid-19 cases in Cincinnati has led to staffing shortages in the fire department, a city spokesperson said Wednesday.
"There are 27 firefighters out with Covid-19 right now and an additional 20 who are out sick. There are 774 firefighters total on staff," said spokesperson Yasmin Chilton.As a result, Mayor John Cranley has declared a state of emergency to help appease the shortage. The declaration will allow the city manager to take"any steps necessary" to make sure the fire department is staffed adequately, including canceling vacations and implementing mandatory overtime, Chilton said.
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