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New Dispatch Study Shows Alarming Depression Rates, 59% Personally Know Wildland Firefighter Who Died Of Suicide.
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New Dispatch Study Shows Alarming Depression Rates, 59% Personally Know Wildland Firefighter Who Died Of Suicide.

2024 wildfire outlook, full operational update.
The Hotshot Wake Up
May 23, 2024
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On Today’s Show:

  • Full operational update.

  • 2024 wildfire outlook.

  • A new dispatch study shows alarming rates of depression, alcohol use, and eating disorders.

  • 59% of wildfire dispatchers responded they personally know a wildland firefighter who has died of suicide.

  • The study also shows an increased risk for those who have divorced, with anxiety rates and substance abuse levels that are sky-high.

  • Plus more.

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