A recent car crash in the Cape Fear River in North Carolina has the police department abuzz. The event was caused by a white male who was hitting his windows in an effort to evade capture. Police reportedly found two bodies inside the Chrysler Challenger. Several agencies are on the lookout for clues to the mystery man’s whereabouts. As of press time, the state’s top cop was unreachable for comment. However, it’s safe to say that the vehicle of choice is now a footnote to the misadventure.
The Cape Fear is a sizable stretch of coastline, which includes parts of a number of North Carolina counties. The 202-mile river is a major waterway that provides transportation and fresh water to some of the most industrialized parts of the state. In fact, the region has a 27 percent share of the state’s population. It also makes up one of the biggest watersheds in the state. This area is home to a number of saltwater animals including dolphins and ospreys, and is the spawning ground for a large portion of the state’s marine mammals.
In the event of a tragedy, the best thing to do is to stay calm and cool. For example, a dive team from the Wilmington Police Department located a red Dodge Challenger at the bottom of the river. They were able to salvage the vehicle using a floating crane. While the task may have been daunting at first, the team’s tenacity has them feeling confident about regaining control of the situation.
One can only hope that the police are able to quickly narrow down the list of suspects, which will allow them to pursue a more thorough investigation. While a thorough investigation is underway, the Wilmington Fire Department is ready to provide fire and EMS services should the need arise. The department has a fleet of vehicles that include rescue trucks, firefighting boats and aerial units. These vehicles are the first line of defense when it comes to the safety of residents and visitors alike.
On a more positive note, the Wilmington Fire Department has a number of well-trained personnel who are on the alert. Their fleet of over 70 vehicles is a testament to their commitment to the community. Since the incident, they have made numerous impromptu visits to the scene of the crime to assist law enforcement and other local stakeholders.
Another nifty tidbit is the Firebird, a jet-powered multi-inline turboprop aircraft designed to deliver 30+ hours of ISR (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance) missions per hour. It has a lower total operating cost and is well suited to a number of missions. The aircraft also boasts a suite of optional features including a crew cabin, passenger seating, and optionally piloted variants. Some of the more noteworthy features include a nifty multi-function display, GPS navigation and a comprehensive communications system.
The other impressive feature of the Firebird is its capability to perform ISR mission of any size without interfering with the aircraft’s mission objectives. Several companies have expressed interest in purchasing the aircraft to meet the state’s growing need for airborne command and control, and to bolster their fleets’ capabilities in the upcoming ESA (European Space Agency) Aerospace Framework.
