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BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. — A Brunswick County fire department is in limbo after its chief was dismissed and several firefighters resigned Friday.
At a special meeting, Chief Jason Coveyou was removed from his job at the Waccamaw Volunteer Fire Department. Immediately following the news, several firefighters also resigned.
According to a document obtained by WWAY from the board of directors, the chief was “overstepping his authority on many occasions.” Brunswick County Fire Marshal Scott Garner said on Monday afternoon that with low volunteer staffing available, response times could be affected.
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