Montgomery County, MD Drone as First Responder pilot tests technology's role in emergencies

Montgomery Country, MD Drone as First Responder Pilot

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Montgomery County selected Silver Spring and Wheaton as flight zones after evaluating crime trends. County dispatchers and drone pilots consult during each emergency call to decide if flights are necessary. The Montgomery County Police Department determines threat levels, personnel needs, and appropriate responses based on real-time aerial footage. Community feedback gathered at two public meetings shaped the program's development.

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