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In reply to the discussion: Checking in from Surfside Rescue [View all]genxlib
(5,546 posts)29. It can be grueling
But I will be the first to tell you the actual rescue guys have it 100x worse than me. Their work is very physically demanding as they break and cut their way through the rubble. And emotionally, they get much closer to the trauma in having to deal with what they find in the pile.
Fortunately, the fire service as a whole and the USAR system in particular has really evolved on well being. They really track for health and emotional wellness and provide lots of resources. There were all kinds of counselors, peer support, clergy, etc available at all times and they spoke to us on a regular basis. That isn't to say it won't effect some people but they really are trying to intervene early and often.
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"I wouldn't lose any sleep over living in a high rise building." - not even in the other high rise..
PoliticAverse
Jul 2021
#6
Good one. I edited it and changed the foxnews story link to one at abcnews. n/t
PoliticAverse
Jul 2021
#15
Thank you for helping us all out with much needed judgment, concern, and expert explanations.
ancianita
Jul 2021
#8
You are one of the many quiet heroes using your skills to help people - thank you!!
waterwatcher123
Jul 2021
#18