WHERE: East Great Plain Vol Fire Co 488 New London Tpke Norwich, CT. 06360
WHEN: Monday, October 19, 2020 at 11:00 AM
The East Great Plain Vol Fire Dept is an all volunteer department . “There have been large scale fires that a drone would assist the Incident Commander in making decisions in the firefighting effort. We as the town also have a marina that we protect. There have been incidents involving boating accidents where the drone would allow the fire department to be able to see exactly what is going on at the boat incident to assist the responding fire/police boats. We have some areas that we have had brush fires, and have been tough to get to and assess. With a drone, we can get a view to see what direction the fire is traveling and if there are any other hazards in the area that the fire department may not be aware of ” said Chief Keith Milton of the East Great Plain Vol Fire Dept.
Autel Robotics and NPS-DDP understands every second matters in emergency situations. East Great Plain Vol Fire Dept. Inc has been chosen as one of thirteen recipients of a drone that has been generously donated to the NPS-DDP program by our partner supporter AUTEL Robotics. “Autel Robotics remains proudly dedicated to supporting our men and women in our Public Safety fields. We believe they can use these drones to enhance their safety and make their workflow more efficient. These individuals go to work everyday in high stress assignments and put their lives on the line for the safety and well being of all of us. Autel Robotics is proud to support this program that supports our First Responders”, said John Kuch, Public Safety Sales Manager.
In addition, FoxFury Lighting Solutions is donating an FAA approved drone lighting solution, which allows illumination for night operations. “ FoxFury is pleased to be able to provide drone lighting for East Great Plain Vol Fire Dept. new Autel Evo drone. We hope it will be an asset for their night operations and help get the job done faster and safer,” said Antonio Cugini of FoxFury
Lighting Solutions. Business development director.
