Concord, CA|News|
Con Fire Officially Merges With East County Fire
The move brings 128,000 East Contra Costa residents under the purview of Con Fire and is expected to improve and streamline services.

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The move brings 128,000 East Contra Costa residents under the purview of Con Fire and is expected to improve and streamline services.

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