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Bellingham Police Department Launches Drone as First Responder Program
The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) has launched a new Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, designed to help first responders get critical, real-time information within minutes of a 911 call.
City of Bellingham news published this notice on 2026-10-06. The following highlights are selected excerpts from the full source.
The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) has launched a new Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, designed to help first responders get critical, real-time information within minutes of a 911 call.
Using small, remotely piloted drones, trained BPD officers can reach the scene of an emergency in under two minutes. The live video feed gives first responders a clear view of what is happening before units arrive, helping them make better decisions about how to respond.
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City of Bellingham news →Source publication: Oct 6, 2026
Source checked: Oct 19, 2026
Brief prepared: Oct 6, 2026
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