<ul><li>The New Jersey and New York regions have seen a significant increase in brush fires due to drought and dry conditions.</li><li>In response to the historic increase in brush fires, the FDNY has established its first Brush Fire Task Force, consisting of fire marshals, fire inspectors, and tactical drone units.</li><li>Drones will be used by the task force to locate potential fire areas, track active fires, and help predict fire spread.</li><li>The task force aims to prevent brush fires, ensure firefighter safety, and identify the causes of fires to keep New Yorkers safe.</li></ul>

FDNY Establishes New Drone Task Force

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