Part 1 - Neville James is joined by St. Croix Fire Chief Klebert Titus and St. Thomas/St. John Fire Chief Eustace Grant Jr. as they discuss the evolution of the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services, ongoing manpower shortages, recruitment challenges tied to EMT requirements, and extensive safety preparations for the upcoming Carnival season across the territory. Chief Titus emphasized inter-island coordination, infrastructure recovery, inspections, pre‑fire planning, and public safety awareness.