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Dear FR1 Member,

There comes a time in every firefighter's career where you've just had enough: but in this month's eNews, we discuss two ways to stave off burnout so you can continue performing in the job you love. And we have an exclusive piece on volunteer firefighters in Croatia, where fighting fire is in the blood.

Also, be sure to check out the story of W. Va. debating whether or not to hold volunteer fire departments to national fire codes.

� The FR1 Team


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2 ways to fight volunteer burnout
		By Jason J. Zigmont Volunteering will take everything you are willing to give. It will even take things that you are unwilling to give. Here are some techniques to help prevent burnout. Striking a balance
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Europe's oldest volunteer fire departments making due with less
		By Rick Markley, FR1 Editor This rural part of Croatia has no problem attracting volunteer firefighters with children as young as 4 joining the ranks. Yet being adequately equipped is another matter. Thanks to U.S. fire departments, that's changing. 300 firefighters equipped
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