Drone technology aids in swift rescue of lost hikers in Sugar Land
Mathew Richards Feb 2, 2025
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SUGAR LAND, Texas — Three hikers lost in Cullinan Park were swiftly located and rescued thanks to the quick response and advanced technology of the Sugar Land Police Department.
The hikers, who called 911 after becoming disoriented, were found within 15 minutes of the department deploying a drone.
The incident began just after 6:30 p.m. when a distressed female, accompanied by two others, contacted the police after they were unable to find their way back to the park entrance in the dark. Dispatchers used the What3Words application to pinpoint the hikers’ exact location, according to a press release from the Sugar Land Police Department.
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I’ve cited what3words here in this blog many many times. For all the junk that people put on their phones, this one should coexist with the rest of the bloatware that phone makers and networks provide “free”.
Now getting lost on a hike is inexcusable; some would say unavoidable. Not being able to communicate your precise location can be fatal.
The use of the drone was very cost effective rather than rounding up a posse and searching even a small area.
So put the app on your phone and, if you never use it, you can say “told ya so”.
Minimize confusion, promote efficiency, and possibly save a life.
Talk to your family, friends, and enemies.
The life you save may be your own or a loved one.
Argh!
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