How Drones Can Contribute to Fighting COVID-19 in the US

With the full scope of COVID-19 still being debated by health experts across the globe, nearly one-fourth of the reported cases are from the United States. The pandemic has not only pushed public healthcare systems to their limit but it has also compelled authorities to incorporate ‘contactless’ technology into their coronavirus response.

Over the past few months, we have witnessed officials in China and public safety entities across Europe leverage drones as strategic assets to assist those who operate at the frontlines.

Drones are vastly beneficial in enhancing situational awareness through live video feeds. They can also be used to disseminate critical information during flight via accessories, like a loudspeaker. Moreover, public safety officials can conduct post-flight data analytics for a deeper understanding of socioeconomic dynamics such as crowd behavior and traffic movement.