Emergency responders look for ways to help lessen COVID strain on the system
“I’m not one of those that cries wolf,” Memphis Fire Department Director Gina Sweat said at her office Friday. “I think normally when you see me, I am usually very positive unless the situation dictates otherwise. I think we are at a very critical point in our community.” (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
Memphis Fire Department Director Gina Sweat is asking the public to do three things — get vaccinated, wear a mask and social distance. In addition to COVID, car crashes have added to system stress.
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Yolanda Jones covers criminal justice issues and general assignment news for The Daily Memphian. She previously was a reporter at The Commercial Appeal.
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