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First Responder Drones: Explore how drones are revolutionizing first responder operations. Stay updated on the latest technology and applications in emergencies.
DJI Mavic 2 Drone Plays Crucial Role in Yellowstone River Rescue Operation
In a remarkable demonstration of teamwork and technological prowess, emergency services in Billings, Montana, combined forces for an effective multi-agency water rescue operation on July 9, 2023. Responding to a distress call from the Yellowstone River, the emergency teams ensured…
Baltimore Police Drone Use: A Call for Feedback
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is opening its doors to community input on a proposed policy to employ police drone technology for crime scene management and tactical operations. In an announcement made Wednesday, BPD outlined their plan to leverage drones…
Up in the Air: Schulman’s Influence on Drone Policy
In this brief interview, Ramón Roche from PX4 dives into the experiences of Brendan Schulman, a key figure in shaping U.S. drone policy. Schulman, currently serving as Vice President of Policy & Government Relations at Boston Dynamics, cut his teeth…
How Firefighting Drones Might Outsmart Wildfires in Portugal
In an effort to combat the increasing threat of wildfires, Portugal has brought to the fore an innovative approach – a firefighting drone capable of dousing flames from above. The pioneering technology was put through a trial run in May,…
Burlington Police Invest in Powerful Chinese Drone Tech
After a tragic incident earlier this year, the Burlington Police Department has invested in a cutting-edge Chinese drone technology. The tragedy occurred last February when a local woman went missing. Despite an all-night search, she was found dead. The incident…
From Sky to Court: Unmasking Drone Voyeurism
A disturbing incident unfolded in Rhode Island, as police bodycam footage unveiled the confrontation between law enforcement and a convicted sex offender allegedly using a drone for voyeuristic activities. Christopher Jones, the offender in question, is accused of operating a…
Four New Drones, Woman Stops Drone Voyeurism, Teen Saves Two People Using Drone
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week. The first one is quite long as I want to talk about four new drones. Additionally, we’ll cover an incident involving a woman who prevented…
National Security Takes Flight in China’s Drone Laws
China has announced a series of regulations aimed at managing the growing number of drones in its skies. Drone owners in the country will have to register with the government beginning next year, according to the first-ever national laws on…
Teen Drone Pilot Turns Lifesaver in Colorado
On Saturday, a teenage drone pilot in rural Colorado became an unlikely hero when his flying device stumbled upon a disturbing sight – an SUV, overturned and sinking into a floodwater-filled sinkhole. This harrowing discovery by 18-year-old Josh Logue led…
High-Tech Policing: SAPD’s Drone as First Responder Program
San Antonio Police Department is nurturing a burgeoning drone policing program, aiming to establish it as an official unit eventually. The program leverages automated drones as first responders, a futuristic vision conceptualized by the police chief. Let’s dive into this…
‘Invaluable’ Drones Elevate Police Response in Kentucky
In an initiative to enhance safety and efficiency, several local first responder agencies congregated for the second successive year at the Hardin County Fairgrounds in Kentucky. The purpose? To sharpen their drone operation skills under the expert guidance of the…
Illinois Boosts Police Drones Amidst Privacy Concerns
An eye in the sky may soon be the norm at parades and other outdoor events in Illinois, thanks to a new law expanding police departments’ drone surveillance powers. Signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the law, which took effect immediately,…