Drones in Firefighting & Search and Rescue Operations

MTN Thermal Drone is a safety orientated operator with ICS 1-100 certification, and so provides a coordinated, fast, safe, and smart response from the sky.

Firefighting with Drone Technology

Real-Time Aerial Surveillance
Drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras provide live overhead views of fire zones, allowing incident commanders to:

  • Monitor fire spread and intensity

  • Identify hot spots and escape routes

  • Allocate firefighting resources more effectively

Access to Hazardous Areas
Drones can enter smoke-filled or high-heat zones that are too dangerous for personnel. This remote capability protects human life while delivering crucial situational awareness.

3D Mapping & Fire Progression Tracking
Using aerial mapping software some of which is AI driven, drones create real-time maps of fire-affected areas. These maps help plan containment strategies and coordinate evacuation routes.

Targeted Water or Retardant Drops
Some specialized drones are capable of carrying and deploying fire suppressants in small or remote areas—ideal for spot fires where deploying a full ground team isn’t feasible.

Cost & Time Efficiency
Compared to helicopters or ground surveys, drones offer a low-cost, high-speed solution for fire reconnaissance and support—especially for initial assessment or in hard-to-reach terrain.

Thermal Drone-Assisted Search and Rescue (always no charge)

Rapid Wide-Area Coverage
In search-and-rescue (SAR) missions, drones can scan vast areas like forests, mountains, and fields in a fraction of the time required by foot patrols or vehicles. Local searches we can be in the air within 30 min depending on the location.

Thermal Imaging for Night & Low Visibility
Infrared drones detect thermal energy, making it possible to locate missing persons at night or through dense vegetation—where traditional methods often fall short.

Real-Time Visual Feedback
Operators receive live video feeds and thermal data from the drone, allowing teams to adjust their search patterns and respond immediately to new leads.

Subject positions can also be sent directly to search members cellular devices allowing them a direct map to the subject.

Reduced Risk for Rescue Teams
In treacherous terrain or disaster zones, drones can scout ahead and identify hazards, minimizing exposure for ground teams and speeding up decision-making.

Shorter Search Times, Higher Success Rates
Time is critical in missing persons cases. Drones accelerate search efforts by flying high and fast improving the likelihood of a safe recovery by narrowing down search zones quickly.

MTN has completed many successful rescue missions and operates with customer satisfaction in mind, we also work with SAR groups to provide training and Search and Rescue assistance.

Why Use Thermal Drones in Emergency Response?

  • Enhanced safety for responders

  • Increased search accuracy and efficiency

  • Lower operational costs than helicopters

  • Real-time thermal and visual intelligence

  • Better coordination and situational awareness

 Available Services

We offer DJI drones for:

– Firefighting support.

–  Thermal imaging for search and rescue.

– Photogrammetry.

– Volumetric measurements.

– Roof inspections and much more.

To sum it up, with service in Southern Alberta/Southern British Columbia, our Advanced licensed pilots, Certified Thermographers and certified equipment ensure safe, compliant operations in high-stakes environments. Safety is a core value to us and as so have strict safety standards and procedures.

 

MTN thermal drone night time search and rescue picture of searchers in the dark