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Akron, OH (WOIO) - It's been happening all over northeast Ohio.

Cities cutting firefighters to help trim their budgets.

The numbers are shocking and it could be putting your family at risk.

City officials in Akron they have slashed 22 percent of the firefighting team that is suppose to save your life!

19 Action News Investigative Reporter Scott Taylor has been pouring over the numbers and has the details.

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