Open Record: A Mile in Their Boots
Open Record: A Mile in their Boots
Beyond putting out fires, firefighters have another big fight on their hands. FOX6 Investigators invites FOX6 reporter Madalyn O'Neill on to talk about a recent experience she and her photojournalist had to take part in a Fire Ops 101 training in Madison.
MILWAUKEE - Beyond putting out fires, firefighters have another big fight on their hands. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator invites FOX6 reporter Madalyn O'Neill on to talk about a recent experience she and her photojournalist had to take part in a Fire Ops 101 training in Madison. Maddy explains who went through the training and its purpose. She also explains the two issues she focused on in her reporting: Staffing challenges and mental health concerns.
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- Wisconsin firefighter funding; training shows impact of short-staffing
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