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Florida First Responders Aid Texas Flood Victims, Seek Mental Health Support

7/10/2025

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Central Florida's brave first responders are on the ground in Texas, lending a helping hand after catastrophic floods. As they face the emotional toll of their work, experts caution about the risk of PTSD and depression. Organizations like UCF RESTORES and Rise Up & Fight Ministries are stepping up, offering vital mental health support through phone and Zoom to help these heroes cope.

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Central Florida's brave first responders are on the ground in Texas, lending a helping hand after catastrophic floods. As they face the emotional toll of their work, experts caution about the risk of PTSD and depression. Organizations like UCF RESTORES and Rise Up & Fight Ministries are stepping up, offering vital mental health support through phone and Zoom to help these heroes cope.