Nassau police demonstrate new drone water rescue system in Island Park - Herald Community Newspapers

Nassau police demonstrate new drone water rescue system in Island Park - Herald Community Newspapers

When someone is struggling in the water, every second can make a difference. Nassau County police are now turning to the sky for help. The Nassau County Police Department demonstrated a new water rescue capability for its recently launched Drone as First Responder program Sept. 10 at Masone Beach in Island Park, unveiling drones equipped with flotation devices that can be deployed to swimmers, boaters, kayakers and others in distress. Nassau Cou…