Fire Water Rescue Team Expands Capabilities With New Equipment
By: Jersey Shore Online | Published: 2026-01-15 20:56:56 | Source: www.jerseyshoreonline.com
MANCHESTER – The Whiting Fire Water Rescue and Recovery Team has expanded its operational capabilities with the addition of two advanced pieces of equipment made possible through a donation from the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation.
Department officials said the nearly $20,000 investment significantly enhances the team’s ability to conduct underwater search, rescue and recovery operations for Manchester Township and surrounding communities.
Among the new tools is the AquaEye handheld AI sonar system, a rapid-search device designed to assist first responders during time-critical water emergencies. The system uses sonar and artificial intelligence to scan underwater environments and assess the likelihood of detecting a human target in real time. Officials said the…
