Geary County needs at least 15 additional volunteer firefighters, chief says

A recent change in the number of first responders available to fight fires in Geary County has spurred a need for additional volunteers.
Deputies from the Geary County Sheriff’s Department previously fought fires alongside volunteer firefighters. But a recent policy change was made — due to training, certification and liability concerns — and deputies will no longer fight fires. That change has necessitated a need for additional volunteer firefighters, Geary County Fire Chief Garry Berges said.

Read more: Junction City Union.