Colorado Springs Fire Department stops spreading fire with drone

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) says it was able to utilize drone technology to help first responders on the scene of a fire in the 9300 block of Sand Myrtle Drive.

Firefighters responded to a fire around 3:45 p.m. Monday at 9305 Sand Myrtle Drive in Colorado Springs, according to officials.

Firefighters arrived on scene and found a deep seated fire inside the structure. CSFD says it was able to use one of its drones with thermal cameras to stop a more extensive spread of the fire.

Officials say the cause is currently under investigation and there were no reported injuries.

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