According to a Facebook post, the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) has launched a new drone response initiative that will allow unmanned aircraft to deploy to emergency scenes ahead of fire crews. Officials say the program will improve situational awareness, safety, and efficiency. At the same time, the expansion of aerial technology into routine public safety operations is likely to draw continued public interest around privacy and oversight.
The program operates in partnership with Fort Collins Police Services (FCPS) and the City of Fort Collins Utilities. Three drones are mounted on the roofs of local fire stations, two at Station 1 and one at Station 5, and can be launched directly through the 911 dispatch system.
How the Drones Work…