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NY firefighters to boost recruiting

By Jessica Bloustein

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-494000.mp3

Albany, NY – Volunteer fire officials in New York State are looking to update training methods in hopes of attracting younger firefighters to respond to local emergencies. Increasing the availability of online training may be a part of that effort.

WAMC'S Capital District Bureau Chief Jessica Bloustein reports.