Scottsdale, AZ improves fire department responses to emergency calls with new drone fleet
Scottsdale, AZ Fire Department New Drone Fleet Emergency
Scottsdale Fire Department houses a six-drone fleet and 14 operators with federal licenses. Each drone sends real-time aerial views and thermal imaging from up to 400 feet above the ground to the city's Emergency Operations Center. Drones can carry medical supplies and equipment up to five miles away from the operator. The department is shifting from select usage of drones to deployment for most emergency calls.
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City of Scottsdale - Scottsdale Fire drone program lifts off
Scottsdale Fire Department has recently deployed three small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aka drones, in the three battalions in the city and an additional unit for Technical Rescue, after 14 individuals completed their FAA certification requirements.
Scottsdale Fire Department's drone program to boost firefighter safety
The department owns 6 drones and has 14 firefighters trained as pilots.
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