NYPD Uses Sidescan Sonar To Photograph Sunken Tug

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Pretty cool.

 

https://twitter.com/NYPDSpecialops/status/709483853564481536/photo/1

[GreatPlains588 131]

 

You would think with all of the resources in Weschester, we wouldn't have to rely on NYC for this kind of technology?

 

[Morningjoe 162]

30 minutes ago, GreatPlains588 said:

 

You would think with all of the resources in Weschester, we wouldn't have to rely on NYC for this kind of technology?

 

Yorktown FD, which was called and utilized with their water rescue team, used their side scan sonar to try and locate the tug

 

https://www.facebook.com/yorktownfire/ can't link the story, but it's their 2nd post down

Edited March 15, 2016 by Morningjoe

[nydude2473 79]

15 hours ago, GreatPlains588 said:

 

You would think with all of the resources in Weschester, we wouldn't have to rely on NYC for this kind of technology?

 

You got to remember that the County Police have many different functions. Not every guy assigned to the Marine Unit is strictly on the Marine Unit. He might be out patrolling the Hutch or out in Cortlandt Manor. Yes, with all the equipment and funding they get you wonder what their actual capabilities are. But, they are out there doing what they can at this time. Nothing wrong with that at all. Also, there is nothing wrong with contacting another agency that has specific units doing this 24/7. The NYPD SCUBA, Harbor, and Aviation Units are doing these tasks around the clock, whether it be in training or on actual calls. They also have the equipment available to them that some agencies don't. Guys assigned to those units are specifically assigned. So, it's not like they are pulling a guy out of the 44 or from Midtown South to come get on a boat or chopper. Not to mention, it builds many different connections for different municipalities, and when you're in need, it really makes the difference having those connections. And like Morningjoe mentioned, the only really capable unit that I know of that can perform these tasks in the County effectively is Yorktown Heights FD Water Rescue Unit. They were out there that morning capable of getting guys in the water and doing a side sonar scan.  And honestly, nothing wrong at all with a volunteer agency taking that initiative to be a great unit like that. I give them a lot of credit for what they got going on up there. But, you also got to remember the basics and what is behind all of this. You need commercial divers and salvage teams to get that tug out. That's not a task that a law enforcement or fire-rescue agency would conduct. Also, the initial minutes were crucial and the Tarrytown Fire Department did a great job getting out there as fast as they did and performing at the level that they did. Technology aside, it goes back to training and having the equipment available to enact a rescue effort, and those things were present that day by the first responding agencies.  

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Westchester County PD used to have side scan sonar.  Does anyone know if they still do?  I'm surprised that NYC had to do it.

Where was the unified command post located and does anyone know (know, not speculate) who was in it?

[Piranha174 37]

On March 15, 2016 at 11:40 AM, GreatPlains588 said:

 

You would think with all of the resources in Weschester, we wouldn't have to rely on NYC for this kind of technology?

 

 

12 hours ago, Dinosaur said:

Westchester County PD used to have side scan sonar.  Does anyone know if they still do?  I'm surprised that NYC had to do it.

Where was the unified command post located and does anyone know (know, not speculate) who was in it?

Yes WCPD Marine has Side Scan Sonar. At the scene of a major incidents with fellow port partners certain tasks are assigned to certain units. WCPD Marine has members assigned 365 days a year. They are supplemted by members of ESU. 

[SageVigiles 1,194]

On March 17, 2016 at 9:45 PM, Piranha174 said:

 

Yes WCPD Marine has Side Scan Sonar. At the scene of a major incidents with fellow port partners certain tasks are assigned to certain units. WCPD Marine has members assigned 365 days a year. They are supplemted by members of ESU. 

 

Wait, you mean to tell me agencies are pre-planning their responsibilities before a multi-agency incident?  Instead of just showing up and doing whatever you want or having a fight over whose jurisdiction it is, or who has the most brass on their collar?

 

I am both shocked AND appalled at this blatant and willful display of preparedness and cooperation.

Edited March 18, 2016 by SageVigiles