Members of the Lloydminster Fire Department were thrilled to receive a donation of thermal imaging equipment from Cenovus Energy. Supplied Photo
The Lloydminster Fire Department received some high-tech equipment from Cenovus recently.
The 18 thermal imaging units will improve their abilities to fight fires and keep everyone safe.
“A thermal imaging camera is not just a tool for our crew members; it’s a lifeline that empowers them to navigate challenging situations with greater precision and confidence,” said Lloydminster Fire Department acting fire chief Bill Heesing.
“The Lloydminster Fire Department is grateful for Cenovus Energy’s incredible generosity.”
The newly-acquired equipment will provide enhanced situational awareness and aid in early detection.
It will also improve search and rescue precision and will help firefighters make better decisions while out on a call.
“The thermal imaging equipment will help us keep citizens safe for years to come,” said Heesing.
Cenovus is committed to supporting local groups that help keep communities safe and the Lloydminster Fire Department is one of those groups.
“The new thermal imagining units and fire safety equipment will improve emergency preparedness in Lloydminster and other nearby towns, and support our values to develop stronger, more resilient communities,” said Fred Svoboda, senior field manager of thermal operations for Cenovus Energy.
The Lloydminster Fire Department, established in 1930, is comprised of full-time and paid-on-call firefighters.
The department has a full-time fire station operating 24-7, which allows readiness to provide emergency and non-emergency services. Emergency service responses include residential and industrial fires, urban and wetland fires, motor vehicle collisions, and water and ice rescue services.
