A Perfect Storm for Disaster: Why Virginia’s Emergency Services Are in Trouble

Virginia’s fire and EMS services are facing a crisis: costs are rising, calls for help are increasing and yet, funding remains stuck in place. In this episode of "The Cardinal: News of Virginia", host Dutchie Jessee sits down with reporter Elizabeth Beyer to break down the data, the dangers and the real-life consequences of this growing emergency. With firefighter and EMT shortages worsening, what does this mean for the people who rely on these life-saving services? Tune in for a deep dive into the perfect storm threatening public safety.