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Drones as First Responders in Chesterfield | Richmond News
Chesterfield County just launched the first drone-as-a-first-responder program in Central Virginia, deploying three Skydio drones stationed atop schools to speed up emergency response. In just 90 to 120 seconds, these drones deliver real-time aerial intel on fires, crashes, or missing persons—helping ground crews arrive better prepared without replacing them. Already active on seven calls, the five-year, $900K initiative is transparent, with a public website showing drone deployments and footage, letting the community see how this tech enhances public safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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