Tag Archives: Emergency Management
Drones have revolutionized the way we track wildfires, count wildlife and map plants
Drones are revolutionizing the way scientists observe, measure and monitor the natural environment. From mapping the patterns of wildfires, like those in California, to measuring the size of jellyfish populations, drones have the potential to improve our understanding of the … Continue reading
RCPD adopts official drone policy
The Riley County Law Enforcement Agency Board on Monday approved a policy that outlines when and how police officers can use drones in investigations. Capt. Kurt Moldrup said the department introduced drones with a trial program about a year ago … Continue reading
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Drones are now a permanent part of the LAPD’s arsenal
Drones became a permanent part of the Los Angeles Police Department’s crime-fighting arsenal Tuesday, despite opposition from privacy advocates who fear the remote-controlled aircraft will be used to spy on people. In a yearlong trial, the LAPD’s SWAT team deployed … Continue reading
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Menlo Park looking into drone program
Drones may be a part of the Menlo Park City Hall’s future. Menlo Park Police Chief Dave Bertini told The Almanac Sept. 3 that he is asking the City Council to consider holding a study session, likely sometime in November, … Continue reading
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Tagged Emergency Management, Law Enforcement, Public Works, Search-and-Rescue
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