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Beverly Hills Opposes Bill Banning Chinese-Made Police Drones
The Beverly Hills City Council has voted 4-1 to oppose Senate Bill 99, which would prohibit the use of several drones operated by the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD). This information comes from a report on the Beverly Hills city…
Autonomous Helicopters: A New Frontier in Wildfire Response
Rain, a startup founded by Maxwell Brodie, is developing software that could revolutionize wildfire response by enabling autonomous helicopters to tackle fires in their earliest stages. This innovative approach aims to significantly reduce response times and prevent small fires from…
Belmont Embraces Drone Technology for Public Safety and City Operations
Belmont, California is set to launch a new drone program, equipping its police department, first responders, and public works officials with unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the first time. This move, reported by The Daily Journal, puts the Peninsula city…
AI-Powered Drones Keep Beachgoers Safe from Sharks in California
SharkEye, a pioneering initiative at the University of California Santa Barbara’s Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory (BOSL), is using drones and artificial intelligence to monitor shark activity and protect swimmers at Padaro Beach, California. According to CNN, this innovative approach combines…
Water Rescue Gets High-Tech Boost: Fire Authority Unveils Waterproof Drone
The South San Joaquin County Fire Authority (SSJCFA) in California has added a new tool to its water rescue arsenal – a waterproof drone capable of landing on and taking off from water. According to Tracy Press, this cutting-edge technology…
Assaulted Drone Pilot, SkyeBrowse Update, PSA on Flying Near Wildfires, and DJI Mountain Bike
We have three stories for you this week: an assaulted drone pilot wins in court, Skydio releases a new update, and our yearly PSA about drone flying near wildfires. Let’s get to it! Drone Pilot Wins Court Case After Assault…
Carnegie Mellon’s AI-Powered Firefighting Drones Set for 2025 Launch
Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is developing cutting-edge autonomous drones to aid firefighters in combating wildfires, with a potential market launch as early as 2025, according to Technical.ly. These low-flying drones aim to provide real-time terrain and fire information, helping…
Drone Used in Terrifying Maui Carjacking Manhunt, Victims Claim
KHON2 reports that a California couple’s Hawaiian vacation turned into a nightmare when they were allegedly carjacked at gunpoint and pursued up Haleakalā volcano, with the suspects reportedly using a drone in their search. The Harrowing Incident Alex and Justina…
Illegal Drones Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in Del Mar Heights Blaze
According to 7 San Diego, unauthorized drones severely hindered firefighting operations during a recent brush fire in Del Mar Heights, California. The incident highlights the growing concerns surrounding drone interference in emergency situations. Drones Force Water Drops to Halt On…
Palm Springs Police Deploy Drones to Catch Red Light Runners
The Palm Springs Police Department in California has launched a new initiative using drones to catch drivers who run red lights, marking a significant shift in traffic enforcement strategies. High-Tech Drone Solution to a Persistent Problem Last week, the department…
Watsonville PD’s New Drone Unit Makes First Arrest, Enhancing Crime Prevention
KSBW reports that the Watsonville Police Department in California has successfully launched a drone program, marking a significant advancement in local law enforcement. The drone program, which consists of a DJI Mavic 3, a DJI Avata and a DJI Matrice…
Drone Deliveries Set to Take Flight in Mountain View
Silicon Valley’s Matternet is gearing up to launch a drone delivery pilot program in Mountain View, California, according to a recent report from Mercury News. The drone company plans to introduce a service that will allow residents to order food,…