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Join former ABC broadcast journalist Dann Cuellar (pictured left) and Congressman Curt Weldon 1987-2007 (pictured right) on 'Box Alarm - Awakening America,' a podcast honoring emergency responders and their heroic stories. Weldon, also a former Fire Chief, presents deep dives into fire/EMS history, disaster response, and the latest in cybersecurity. It's a program that will engage both first responders and everyday citizens who want to be \"in the know.\"

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From its inception, the fire service has always relied on volunteers - brave people who provide emergency services and fire suppression for their local community. Today, however, we are seeing a decline in the number of volunteer fire fighters. Curt Weldon and Dann Cuellar discuss the issue and give insights on stemming the crisis.

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Video Episode 3: Volunteers in Decline

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