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South Sound 911 says only 44% of its essential employees were vaccinated before this outbreak, but since then, several employees have chosen to get the vaccine.

TACOMA, Wash. — South Sound 911 in Pierce County was rocked by COVID-19.

The emergency call center stated 15 employees recently tested positive for the virus, with the first popping up in late July. Employees worked overtime and supervisors pitched in working dispatch radios and answering calls in order to not disrupt service. 

The outbreak is giving other first responders a look at the impact an outbreak can have on a department…