Drone Interferes with Initial Attack 2015

When a drone is spotted interfering with initial attack suppression operations on vegetation fire located directly behind the Mill Creek Fire Station, a U.S. Forest Service employee is able to follow the drone and confront its operator. His vehicle information is documented and he is notified that the authorities are enroute to educate him on drone use in wildfire areas. However, the drone operator refuses to wait and flees the scene.

Heavy Equipment, Aviation, RLS, Initial Attack, Close Call