LietKynes
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bbmHere's my take on it and just my opinion.
It's two fold.
(IMO) First, the husband's co-workers wanted to help search. I find this admirable, people in many cases want to help, do something. However, LE was not asking for any volunteer searchers to help, even firefighters. In this case, it was no different than telling Joe Public, thanks but no thanks. Participation is by LE request only.
Second, I believe Fire Departments might be on scene as more of a support role when ground pounders are actually out in the event a searcher (as an example) needs medical attention. They are on standby during these coordinated searches.
Now, saying that, it's also possible that LE did not want the husband's Fire Department involved to keep them away from any sensitive information that was being discussed at briefings. This is low on my list of reasons but I'll put it out there.
Ita.
And as another member helpfully pointed out -- it would be a conflict of interest.