Drone adoption in the public sector is growing rapidly as the benefits of the technology become clear. Drones are used by state and local governments for applications from wildlife management to weather forecasting, but by far the fastest growing sector is public safety and emergency services. Firefighting and law enforcement departments everywhere are purchasing drones for … [Read more...] about Firefighting and Law Enforcement Drones: What Departments and Providers Should Know
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3 Things Every Fire and Police Department Should Know Before Investing in a Drone
Public safety organizations across the country are investing in drone technology to serve their communities. But as town governments add drones to the budget line, it's often left to the department to figure out how to purchase a drone and implement a program. Here are 3 things every fire and police department should know before making an investment in drone equipment. #1. … [Read more...] about 3 Things Every Fire and Police Department Should Know Before Investing in a Drone
Drones & Fire – Officials Speak to the Value of UAS in Firefighting
The following video was produced by the Kansas Fire Marshal's office for fire suppression and investigation. It highlights their viewpoint on the value of UAS to assist in fire fighting. Note that drones are available to public service agencies in Kansas through the Office for the State Fire Marshal. For more information go to firemarshal.ks.gov or call 785-296-3401. … [Read more...] about Drones & Fire – Officials Speak to the Value of UAS in Firefighting
Drones Blaze a Safer Path for Minnesota Firefighters
As drones continue to prove their worth saving lives, public-safety agencies have sparked a burning interest in UAV technology in firefighting. A recent propane-tanker explosion in Callaway, Minn. provided a perfect example how drones can enhance firefighting ops. On March 25, a propane tank caught fire after a train derailment – resulting in a 10-hour burn punctuated by … [Read more...] about Drones Blaze a Safer Path for Minnesota Firefighters
