Drones in Disaster Relief: The Unlikely Hero of Nepal's Flood Response As footage of drones delivering vital supplies to those in need in Nepal plays out, it becomes clear that we've seen this scenario before.
Not exactly – each disaster has its unique challenges and geography – but the reliance on technology as an emergency lifeline is a familiar narrative.
This conversation about the role of tech in disaster response has been overdue. The Nepal army's decision to deploy drones was driven by necessity, not innovation for its own sake.