(Source: claimsjournal.com) Though drone usage is mainly used in disaster response currently, a new report highlights the benefits of using drones in all four stages of the disaster life cycle: prevention, preparation, response and recovery. Zurich North America, a co-sponsor of the study, revealed the findings during a news conference in New Orleans recently at the … [Read more...] about Study Reveals How Drones Can Help in All Phases of a Disaster
Disaster Relief
Drones Taking the Lead During Disaster Relief Efforts
When it comes to disaster relief and search and rescue efforts, time is of the utmost importance. Drones are faster, cheaper and provide better results than conventional satellite imagery. As seen in relief efforts in the Philippines after typhoon Haiyan, humanitarian organizations were being introduced to new drone designs and projects almost daily. It typically takes a … [Read more...] about Drones Taking the Lead During Disaster Relief Efforts
