Photos: Some Reasons To Appreciate Tampa's First-Responders

TAMPA, FL -- Their mission may be to serve and protect, but Tampa police officers and firefighters do a lot more than catch bad guys, put out fires, rescue accident victims and investigate crimes.

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, remember to thank the men and women who put their lives on the line every day.

Here are some stories and a scrapbook of photos throughout the year that demonstrate how Tampa's first-responders go beyond the call of duty.

Help Is On The Way: Tampa Bay First-Responders Head To Panhandle

Watch: Tampa Police Perform Moving Veterans Day Tribute

Heartbreaking Video: Starving Dog Rescued By Firefighters Dies

Tampa Police Display Military Service On Uniforms

Tampa Bay Search-And-Rescue Task Force Now Has Grim Duty

Tampa Police Prove Good Luck For Black Cat

Tampa Police Create Hilarious Video To Warn Of Package Thefts

Images via Tampa Police/Tampa Fire Rescue

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