New Drone Boosts Jackson (MI) Firefighters’ Capabilities in Emergencies
The City of Jackson recently unveiled its first aerial drone. It is ready to take to the sky during the next emergency.
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Harnessing Technology to Enhance Fire Service Operations
Some of the most effective tools available right now won’t cost you any money — just a little time and effort to learn how to…
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AI, Drones, and Sensors: How Technology Could Help Battle Future Fires
One obstacle to futuristic firefighting tools, including sensors that can detect smoke and fire, is a lack of private and public funding.
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NM County Sheriff’s Office Announces Drone Program to Assist Deputy, Firefighter Responses to Calls
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is launching drones aimed at getting cameras on a scene before deputies and other first responders arrive on the ground.
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NJ Briefs Fire Departments on How to Handle a Drone Crash
Amid sightings, New Jersey fire officials are briefing local fire departments on how to handle the potential downing of an unmanned aircraft.
New Firefighting Equipment Unveiled Ahead of Fire Season in WV
The new equipment was revealed at Twin Falls Resort State Park in conjunction with the Division of Forestry’s bi-annual Fire School.
Gilbert (AZ) Fire and Rescue Embraces the Newest in Firefighting Technology
Drones, ground robots, and electric apparatus might seem like a technophile's wish list, but for Gilbert Fire, they are life-saving equipment.
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Teledyne FLIR SIRAS Professional Drone Now Available in Canada
RMUS will supply secure, uncrewed thermal capabilities to industrial inspection and public safety professionals in Canada.
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BRINC to Showcase Fully Integrated 911 Response Drone Solution at IACP Conference in Boston
See a live demo of BRINC’s end-to-end Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution in person at IACP in Boston.
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Drone Special Ops Units Popping Up in Fire Departments Around the Country
UAVs are playing a more central part in fire suppression, reconnaissance, search and rescue, and other functions for fire departments.
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New FAA Reauthorization Act Unlocks Operational Freedom for Public Safety Teams with Actively Tethered UAS
The new FAA reauthorization breaks down barriers for a faster and safer emergency response.
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Teledyne FLIR Announces SIRAS Drone Promotion for First Responders
First responders, including police, fire, and search and rescue agencies, can now purchase one unit per agency at a marked-down price.
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Skyfire Helps Launch First-of-Its-Kind Joint Drone First Responder Program in Fremont (CA)
The Fremont DFR program utilizes Unmanned Aerial Vehicles launched from fixed locations to rapidly respond to public safety incidents.
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Norfolk (NE) Fire Division Awarded $20K Grant for New Drone
The department acquired an M30T thermal drone, flight data management software, a portable generator, and other supporting equipment.
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