Fargo emergency responder, police shortages increasing response times

Photo by: WDAY Radio Staff
Photo by: WDAY Radio Staff

(Fargo, ND) -- A  shortage in Fargo emergency responders and police is leading to longer response times.  

Emergency services personnel and law enforcement say the staffing limitations are putting pressure on the system already in place.

Departments are including educational opportunities, academies, and special programs for high school students to provide opportunities to get hands-on training in smaller chunks.