Contra Costa County Fire Protection District officials say their resources are strained this holiday season, not only from the “big three” viruses going around — COVID-19, flu and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) — but also by people calling for ambulance service for minor conditions.

The fire district is asking county residents to call 911 only in a true emergency.

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