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I’ve been reflecting on how technology makes our lives better as we reported on how the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services is working to keep us safe using drones. I think other people must be interested in drones, too, because it’s our top story today.
OES drones are equipped for missions like assisting in inspecting critical infrastructure, conducting search and rescue operations, managing large public events and delivering emergency supplies.
As the program takes off, OES has flown its drones in at least 20 missions, including fires, community outreach events and assisting the U.S. Coast Guard in assessing hazardous waste releases and gathering footage of their levee system.
Keep reading for more on the drone program and other stories.
Today’s top story
San Joaquin County drone program takes off to enhance public safety
By L. M. Boyd • Special for Stocktonia
The Office of Emergency Services first gained approval for its new drone program in 2023 after securing $101,000 in funding from a state grant. Now, after required training for the county’s drone pilots, the program is beginning to take off.
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