DJI Drones Aid East Bay Hills In Preventing Wildfires

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Department has deployed advanced DJI drones from China to combat the increased wildfire risk in the challenging terrain of the East Bay Hills. Following a particularly wet winter season, the rapid growth and subsequent drying out of wild grasses across vast tracts of land have heightened the Wildfire risk.

“These drones are a crucial source of security for our ground teams working in dangerous conditions,” explained Alameda County Sheriff Deputy John Cota, a former airline industry professional turned public servant. “They offer real-time information about what to expect around the corner, enhancing the safety and efficiency of our Firefighters.”

Cota now leads a drone unit in a crucial inter-agency collaboration. They deploy military-grade technology to monitor and tackle potential fires, particularly in hard-to-reach places.

“Being able to fly the drone around the fire’s perimeter, gather coordinates, and relay these…