FORT MYERS, Fla. —
Lee County is deploying drones and installing docks to speed up disaster recovery efforts, enabling quicker damage assessments and keeping first responders safe.
Benjamin Abes, Lee County public safety director, said drones have been used in special situations over the years, including documenting damage after hurricanes. “Over the last couple of years, we’ve been flying these drones across the community in special situations,” Abes said…