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Police

Drones Redefine Emergency Response in Northern Ontario

Drones are steadily becoming a crucial part of the toolkit for emergency services in Northern Ontario, promising safer and more efficient operations.

Haye KestelooJul 17

FAA

New Bills Propel Drones in Wildfire Fights

In a bid to ramp up the battle against wildfires, drones are soaring onto the scene, thanks to federal lawmakers' initiatives. Yet, the bureaucratic

Haye KestelooJul 17

Firefighters

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 - firefighting drones capable of...

Haye KestelooJul 5

Wildfire

Unmanned Heroes: Drones Transform Wildfire Battles

Based out of Buffalo, Kavitz serves the U.S. Forest Service and has played an integral part in the battle against the notorious Dixie wildfire.

Haye KestelooJun 16

United States

Drone Show Lights Up Fourth of July Celebrations in Colorado

Excitement is building in the mountain city of Woodland Park as they gear up for their drone show, part of the 2023, 4th of July festivities.

Haye KestelooJun 15

FAA

FAA Updates Drone Waivers to Boost Safety and Broaden Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a series of drone waiver updates aimed at improving safety and expanding operations.

Haye KestelooJun 9

United States

NYC Shrouded in Toxic Haze: Drone Chronicles from Casey Neistat

The orange apocalypse sparked urgent call to action from city officials and compelled drone documentarian, Casey Neistat, to visually capture this

Haye KestelooJun 8

Montana

Montana’s Bold Move against Wildfire Drone Disruptions

Montana's Governor Greg Gianforte signed SB 219 into law, joining other states in criminalizing drone operations that obstruct aerial wildfire suppression.

Haye KestelooMay 25

Wildfire

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