Tag Archives: Emergency Management
How drones could save you from drowning
Drones could soon become a standard life-saving tool for lifeguards and rescue teams. Even just a few seconds in the water can mean the difference between life and death, and robots can fly much faster than people can swim. On … Continue reading
When drones harass, should you call the police?
Flagstaff resident Cynthia Perin never worried much about drones. But all that changed about two weeks ago on a beautiful, sunny Friday while she was gardening near a small crabapple tree in the back yard of her quiet Coyote Springs … Continue reading
First Responders Study Use of Drones in Nationwide Research Project
The Wrightsville Beach Fire Department now has a new perspective when it comes to emergency situations. The department will be testing a drone for the next year, as part of a nationwide research project. The project is in coordination with … Continue reading
Firefighting drones will soon fly over New York City
As long as it doesn’t get too close to the action, the high-flying technology is an obvious choice for fire departments seeking to understand the full extent of an emergency situation before risking the lives of their personnel. We’re talking … Continue reading
