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Douglas firefighters train with drones, prepare for charity softball tournament

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September 06, 2025 | MASSACHUSETTS Courtesy of Town of Douglas Fire Department,
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DOUGLAS, Mass. (Sept. 6, 2025) — Douglas firefighters balanced work and play Saturday morning, taking part in training and community preparation at Soldier’s Field.

Off-duty members gathered to practice for the annual Massachusetts Fire District 7 charity softball tournament, while on-duty personnel conducted drone training exercises.

The drills included identifying people as targets, operating thermal imaging cameras and setting up live streaming of drone footage to multiple devices.

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Courtesy of Town of Douglas Fire Department

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