HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – In a dramatic rescue operation, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies braved rising floodwaters to save a family trapped in their Dover home.
Eight people, including a child, were stranded as water levels surged to over 6 feet.
The deputies began navigating treacherous conditions to reach the family and evacuate them to safety.
This heroic effort highlights the dedication and bravery of first responders who risk their own lives to protect others during emergencies.
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