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El Paso Fire deploys to South-Central Texas to help with flooding
By Dave Burge at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Members of the El Paso Fire Department's Water Rescue Team have deployed to South-Central Texas to assist with the response to devastating flooding. Six members from the El Paso Fire Department have deployed and have been working "tirelessly" alongside first responders fr...
Key takeaway Six members from the El Paso Fire Department have deployed and have been working "tirelessly" alongside first responders from across the state, supporting search-and-rescue operations in the [...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The deployment of El Paso Fire Department's Water Rescue Team to South-Central Texas demonstrates the city's capacity to provide critical support during statewide emergencies. This effort showcases the team's specialized training and equipment, which can be just as vital in responding to flooding in other parts of Texas as it is in addressing the Rio Grande's occasional overflow in El Paso. The fact that six members were dispatched suggests a significant commitment of resources, underscoring the importance of interagency cooperation in disaster response. As El Paso's own flood risks are well-documented, particularly in low-lying areas, the experience gained by the Water Rescue Team in South-Central Texas could ultimately benefit local emergency preparedness and response efforts. The city's residents can take pride in knowing that their fire department is making a difference beyond El Paso's borders.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Members of the El Paso Fire Department's Water Rescue Team have deployed to South-Central Texas to assist with the response to devastating flooding. Six members from the El Paso Fire Department have deployed and have been working "tirelessly" alongside first responders fr...
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