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The municipalities in the South-Еast region have been assigned with drones for fire detection

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December 26, 2023

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The South-East Planning Region Development Center, as part of the eFIDAR project in its efforts to improve forest fire response, has acquired three specialized drones with a thermal camera for the early detection of fires with spare batteries from the manufacturer DJI Model: Mavic 3 Thermal for TPPE Strumica, Gevgelija and Radovish.

In order to successfully manage these drones and collect information accordingly, the Center organized a two-day joint training program for all stakeholders, including the representatives of the four TPPEs from the region, representatives from the Crisis Management Center, as well as the Directorate for Protection and Rescue. This innovative training will enable stakeholders to use drones as a powerful tool for early detection and real-time monitoring of fires.

The training included gaining practical knowledge of operating drones, technical aspects of their operation, and the use of specialized cameras and smoke detection sensors. Participants will learn how to use drones to quickly locate fires, which will allow them to react in time and prevent their spread.

This training not only improves the capacities to fight forest fires but also contributes to the greater safety of the local community and the environment.

Drone training is just one part of the eFIDAR project’s broad approach to improving response to natural disasters and hazards. With this innovative technology and training, the region is preparing for more effective forest fire prevention and management. These three drones were officially handed over to the three mayors of the municipalities of Strumica, Gevgelija and Radovish on November 10th, within the framework of the training itself, for the needs of the three Territorial firefighting units. While TPPE Valandovo through another project has already received such a drone and it is used in the detection and marking of fires.

The project is co-financed by the European Union and the national funds of the participating countries.

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