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Wed, Sep 01, 2021

Scottsdale Fire Department Uses Drone To Service Gas Leak

Drone Footage Helps Firefighters Stay Safe

Over the weekend in Scottsdale, AZ, a drone was used by the Scottsdale Fire Department to assist in the repair of a gas leak. 

Firefighters said the leak was making a ‘jet engine sounding noise’ and was identified as a six-inch main that had been torn into pieces. The use of the drone was key in keeping firefighters safe during the event.

The drone footage made it easier for firefighters to find the safest entry points as well. 14 individuals are now able to operate three drones for the city after completing their FAA certification. They will be operating for three battalions and a technical rescue unit.

“This aerial system gives members of public safety a distinct advantage when responding to various emergent situations and large-scale events,” Dave Folio, Scottsdale Fire Department deputy, said.

“The system is equipped with thermal imaging that increases the speed of detecting heat sources in fire situations, and thereby decreases the danger to the public and the responding SFD personnel. Thermal technology is also utilized in hazmat situations to aid in the detection of hazards and provides critical information to public safety members.”

This technology will likely see deeper integration in the near future into US cities government service departments as it can also be used for many different things to help people stay safe from brush fires, water rescues and other technical rescues involving injured or lost hikers.

FMI: www.scottsdaleaz.gov/fire

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