ORLANDO, Fla. — The motto at Spectrum News when it comes to storms is "don't be scared, be prepared." It's about more than getting your hurricane supplies in order though.
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Certified Chief Meteorologist Bryan Karrick recently talked with Dr. Deborah Beidel about how to talk to your children about an impending storm and what to do during the event.
Beidel is the director of UCF Restores, a clinical research center dedicated to treating trauma in all of its forms, including the trauma experienced during natural events such as hurricanes.
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