West Odessa VFD speaks on search rescue experiences

West Odessa VFD speaks on search rescue experiences

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)-One local first responder group was in the Hill Country helping with the mass flooding that happened on July 4th. Chief Austin Harden from the West Odessa Volunteer Fire Department and his crew assisted with the rescue efforts in Ingram, Texas, for approximately 18 days. "It was a very unique experience," Chief Austin Harden said. "A lot of devastation and a very tragic event. A lot of work to be done." The West Odessa …