The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) has taken a giant leap in enhancing rescue operations with Chinese-made DJI drones. On Saturday, Aug. 19, CSFD launched its inaugural Special Operations Unit, providing 24/7 drone assistance and more.

This brand-new team didn’t wait long to spring into action. The very same day, they aided in locating two hikers who’d lost their way. CSFD even shared a clip on social media, capturing drones aiding Firefighters zooming on motorcycles.

CSFD enthusiastically stated, “History was made this week at the CSFD as the first-ever Special Operations Unit went into service. The unit allows for around-the-clock drone support, public information support, incident safety, and health and wellness. They will be dispatched to emergencies including but not limited to lost/missing hikers, smoke investigations, structure/wildland fires, high-angle rescues, and swift water rescues.”

“Our team operates out of Station 8 and is staffed by a…

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Source: dronexl.co