Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz praised the Punjab Safe City Authority (PSCA) for deploying thermal drone technology to assist in flood rescue operations across Punjab. This initiative has vastly improved the province’s disaster response capabilities. ARY NEWS
By integrating this cutting-edge drone system with Punjab’s existing CCTV surveillance network, rescue teams were able to effectively locate stranded citizens and livestock in heavily flooded areas—including Sialkot, Sargodha, Gujrat, and Jhang. ARY NEWS
Through this advanced setup, authorities coordinated more than 800 rescue missions, ensuring timely evacuations and much-needed aid to those trapped by rising waters. ARY NEWS
Maryam Nawaz highlighted how merging aerial imaging with ground operations has enabled access to zones previously out of reach due to floods. ARY NEWS
This proactive approach is set to continue as Punjab remains on alert for further rainfall and potential flood escalation. ARY NEWS
Key Highlights of Thermal Drone Rescue Operation:
- Thermal drone technology deployed by PSCA praised by CM Maryam Nawaz.
- Seamless integration with Safe City CCTV network enhanced real-time data collection.
- Enabled detection of stranded people and livestock across Sialkot, Sargodha, Gujrat, and Jhang.
- Managed over 800 rescue cases—a testament to the system’s rapid effectiveness.
- Aerial imaging combined with ground coordination led to improved accessibility in flooded regions.
- Initiative set to continue amid ongoing flood threats across Punjab.
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