U.S. Forest Service officials are asking drone operators to stay away from the CA wildfires, as firefighters complain that drones are interfering with their efforts. Nine different wildfires are still burning throughout California, with almost 70,000 acres burned so far. Over 5,000 firefighters are working on containing the fires, state and federal authorities say. While … [Read more...] about Stay Away From the CA Wildfires! Complaints About Drones
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CA Senator Introduces “Safe Drone Act”
Senator Barbara Boxer has introduced a bill to make the reckless operation of a drone a federal offense. The Safe Drone Act would make it a misdemeanor offense, punishable by fine or up to one year in prison, to knowingly operate a drone within 2 miles of an airport or the outermost perimeter of a wildfire. "Our firefighters and airplane pilots should be focused on keeping … [Read more...] about CA Senator Introduces “Safe Drone Act”
CA Governor Vetoes Laws Against Drones
CA Governor Jerry Brown vetoed three proposed laws against drones on Saturday, citing prison overcrowding and the existing complexities of the criminal code as his reasons. The most publicized of the three laws would have prohibited non-commercial drones from flying over wildfires or other emergencies. The law would have imposed serious penalties, including fines of up to … [Read more...] about CA Governor Vetoes Laws Against Drones
