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Council Member Joann Ariola's opening remarks on FDNY's search, rescue, and fire investigative procedures

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Council Member Joann Ariola, chair of the Fire And Emergency Management Committee, delivers opening remarks for a hearing on the oversight of FDNY's search, rescue, and fire investigative procedures. She outlines the agenda for the hearing and expresses her anticipation for an informative session.

  • The hearing will cover FDNY's search and rescue operations for various emergencies, including weather-related events, building collapses, vehicle accidents, and fires.
  • The committee aims to ensure FDNY is prepared for both large and small-scale operations.
  • The hearing will also include testimony from the Department's Bureau of Fire Investigation and information about special operations such as the fireworks enforcement task force and the canine unit.