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Denton Fire Department wins ISO 1, CAST accreditation and tests electric fire truck; chief calls drones a "game changer"
Summary
Fire Chief Kenneth Hedges reported an ISO Class 1 upgrade, CAST accreditation and one year of data on the city’s electric fire truck. He emphasized drone capabilities for thermal imaging and search‑and‑rescue and outlined station and apparatus plans tied to 2023 bond projects.
Fire Chief Kenneth Hedges told the council on April 21 that the Denton Fire Department achieved a top ISO Class 1 classification and earned national accreditation, accomplishments the department says will help residents and businesses with insurance premiums and demonstrate adherence to best practices.
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