Tag Archives: Emergency Management
How Central Florida firefighters are using drones to save lives
Something that started as a hobby for some people is now a life-saving tool at the Orange County Fire Department. Firefighters are using DRONES in unique ways to fight fires and respond to calls. Fire officials have some big plans … Continue reading
Police use drones to increase security at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
In the wake of the Las Vegas massacre last year, the police are increasing security at this year’s Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival with the help of drones. This year the festival enjoys a larger footprint and is expected … Continue reading
Police using ‘drone killers’ to disable flying devices in emergency situations
Drones have been used for a lot more than making videos and delivering pizzas. They have dropped drugs into prison yards, scouted out illegal border crossings and grounded lifesaving efforts by accidentally wandering into the flight paths of firefighting aircraft. … Continue reading
FAA approves first responders to fly drones at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport effective immediately
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) just approved first responders at the fourth busiest airport in the world, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to fly their drones directly over the airfield. DFW Airport will be the first airport in the US that … Continue reading
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