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Drone as First Responder
Flock Safety Taps Drone Expert McBride to Lead DFR Innovation
Flock Safety has reinforced its public safety drone initiative by bringing aboard Jon McBride, former co-founder of commercial drone company RMUS and a notable figure in drone technology development. The announcement, shared by Brett Kanda on February 7, 2025, comes…
Delta Police Pioneers Drone as First Responder Program with DJI Dock 2
According to DJI Enterprise, the Delta Police Department in British Columbia is enhancing public safety by using DJI Dock 2 technology in its Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program. In a recent presentation, officers explained how these automated drones—set…
San Bernardino Fire Department Pioneers Drone First Responder Program for Urban Fire Response
In a groundbreaking development for emergency services automation, the San Bernardino County Fire Department has launched an innovative drone first responder program, leveraging DJI’s M30T platform to revolutionize their approach to urban fire detection and response. The program, which began…
Hempstead Police Launches First Drone as First Responder Program in New York State
Hempstead Village Police Department has become the first municipality in New York State to introduce a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, partnering with Flock Safety to enhance emergency response capabilities within the community. The new program, announced today at…
State DOTs Expand Drone Programs, Transforming Infrastructure Management
Alabama’s Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a formal drone program that signals the growing maturation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) deployment across state transportation agencies. The initiative, which places dedicated personnel in charge of drone operations, represents a shift…
NYPD Drone Program Lacks Transparency, Oversight Report Reveals
A newly released investigation by New York City’s Department of Investigation (DOI) has uncovered significant transparency and oversight issues in the New York Police Department’s expanding drone program. The December 18 report found that the NYPD’s drone operations policies fail…
Tulsa Fire Department Makes History with Largest-Ever Drone Response to Chemical Fire
The Tulsa Fire Department (TFD) deployed its most extensive drone operation to date, utilizing seven simultaneous drones to combat a dangerous petroleum tank farm fire at AXEL Royal facility in West Tulsa. This groundbreaking emergency response showcased the department’s advanced…
NYPD Revolutionizes Emergency Response with Citywide Drone First Responder Program
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era in urban law enforcement, the New York Police Department has launched its “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, deploying autonomous aerial vehicles across three boroughs. The initiative, unveiled by Mayor Eric…
Police Drone Captures Stabbing, Leads to Historic Conviction in Maryland
A groundbreaking case in Maryland has demonstrated the powerful impact of drone technology in law enforcement, as drone footage helped secure a conviction in a violent assault case. First reported by Montgomery County officials, this marks the first time drone…
Montgomery County Expands Innovative Drone as First Responder Program
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is set to brief officials on their expanding Drone as First Responder Program, which has grown from a pilot project to include multiple operational sites across the county, according to a recent Montgomery County…
NYPD Expands Drone Program: Police Cars to Carry Emergency Response Drones
The New York Police Department is advancing its Drone as First Responder program into its third phase, announcing plans to equip police vehicles with drones for rapid emergency response. This expansion marks a significant evolution in how the NYPD deploys…
BRINC Launches Mobile Drone as First Responder Program Across Multiple States
BRINC Drones has unveiled its innovative mobile Drone as First Responder (DFR) system, taking their emergency response capabilities on the road across multiple states. The company has outfitted a specialized vehicle to demonstrate their robotic charging nest technology, bringing drone-enabled…