Drones are being deployed on an ever-increasing basis for
search and rescue operations at sea.
When facing difficulties at sea the chance of survival
depends on the speed of detection, response method, water temperature and pure
luck!
Using specialized drones with thermal cameras attached
can considerably help to locate people (using light, sound and GPS) and also
enable flotation devices to be dropped, which can make a significant
improvement on rescue rates.
How can drones be used for search and rescue operations
at sea?
- To search large areas of water quickly and efficiently for missing persons or vessels.
- To relay messages or calls for help from survivors to rescue teams or to other vessels in the area.
- To deliver emergency requirements such as food, water, and medical supplies to survivors, until they can be rescued.
- To monitor the condition of survivors and the progress of rescue operations. They can also be used to assess the stability of a stranded vessel or other potential hazards in the area.
In 2018, the UK Coast Guard announced that it was working
with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) to trial the use of drones
for search and rescue operations. Since then, drones have become an
increasingly common tool for rescue operations at sea in the UK.
Watch the video below to see a trial of how rescue drones are being used to save lives at sea.
Drone technology has a big future in supporting the work of coastguards, being able to help those in distress at sea will make search and rescue activities safer and more efficient.
If you haven’t already investigated using drones in your
organization, now is the time. Why not give us a call today to discuss your
requirements and see how we can help you.
We can get you a FREE, no obligation quote today.
For more information email info@quote4drones.com. Alternatively, you can call 020 8920 5278 and speak with Henry Forde.
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