AGENCY TESTIMONY
FDNY Canine Unit in fire investigations and rescues
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The testimony highlights the specialized role of the FDNY Canine Unit in both fire investigations and rescue operations.
- The canine unit uses specially trained dogs to identify accelerants and locate survivors in disaster situations.
- Fire marshals typically activate the canine unit when arson is suspected in an investigation.
- In major emergencies, canine teams assist in locating potential victims, especially in collapse incidents.
- The FDNY currently operates three canine teams, with handlers trained to assess risks and ensure the safety of the dogs during operations.
Daniel Flynn
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Within the Bureau of Fire investigation, the canine unit works with canines that are specifically trained to identify accelerants, and locate survivors during disasters and structural collapse incidents.
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Fire marshals investigating an incident typically activate the canine unit when there is a probability that an incendiary device or arson is a potential factor in the investigation.
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The unit develops physical evidence at a scene that can be taken into custody by marshals, tested, and offered into evidence for use in criminal prosecutions.
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In a major emergency, the canine unit responds with 1 or more canine teams to locate potential victims.
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The adults can be extremely valuable in locating victims in need of rescue and collapse incidents.
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Currently, the department operates 3 canine teams.
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Dog handlers are highly trained and observant.
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They send the canines into circumstances only when they are comfortable with the level of risk to the dog.
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The canines receive regular veterinary visits and care.
