The drone imagery in question would have provided us with more real-time data during a period where overflights were not possible by conventional aircraft/helos. Had I known what was happening in Lyons a few hours earlier, some of my friends might not have lost their possessions.
While I appreciate everything FEMA does, the idea that they can restrict harmless data gathering by well intentioned and well qualified engineers is infuriating.
What I meant was "lost their possessions". Many of my friends had cell service right up until the flash flooding hit. A warning to evacuate based on drone imagery would have gone a long way.
The drone imagery in question would have provided us with more real-time data during a period where overflights were not possible by conventional aircraft/helos. Had I known what was happening in Lyons a few hours earlier, some of my friends might not have lost their possessions.
While I appreciate everything FEMA does, the idea that they can restrict harmless data gathering by well intentioned and well qualified engineers is infuriating.