The Dante Virginia Volunteer Fire Department In Russell County Has Closed Indefinitely Due To Personnel Shortages And Financial Record Issues. Lieutenant Coe Turner And Secretary-Treasurer Daniel Meade Expressed Shock At The Closure, Citing Leadership Changes And Pandemic Challenges As Contributing Factors. County Officials Have Arranged Mutual Aid With St. Paul Fire Department, But Concerns Remain About Response Times. Department Members Hope To Resolve Issues And Resume Serving The Community Soon.
