As police continue to investigate the deaths of two Edmonton teenagers killed in a grisly train collision Tuesday night, the city is working to ensure those affected by the tragedy are getting the support they need.
The incident is incredibly traumatic not just for families, but also for witnesses, emergency crews and transit operators. The city’s Chaplain, who helps city employees cope with tragedies, say even trained professionals aren’t immune to the effects of the things they see and do every day.
"After an incident such as this one, first responders may experience fatigue or maybe some insomnia." City Chaplain John Dowds says. "They may be a bit hypersensitive to things, they may flash back to those situations, they may have nightmares or dreams around that."
Support services are completely voluntary and are made available to employees for as long as they may need them.
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