Drones have come a long way in supporting public health and safety, and law enforcement operations. Drone fleets are being deployed as first responders to the site of emergency, even before human responders, providing critical information ahead of time.

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Autonomous drone flights are minimizing the reliance on human pilots, which results in better human resources management and efficiency. Drones are also very useful in scanning sites in remote areas and can report back real-time data to assess incidents and prepare for efficient crisis and disaster management.

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They are fast and agile and can reach a location quickly. In some cases, they can even be used as “drone ambulance”, providing instant aid until human crews arrive at the required location. And we have seen wide applications of drones in supporting public health during the COVID-19 pandemic.