Drone/UAS (Aerial Treatments)

MOSQUITO CONTROL ADVANCEMENTS

In 2022, SWMD established its first aerial program by way of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)/Drone technology. This exciting advancement has greatly enhanced the efficiency, cost effectiveness, and safety of mosquito control operations for the district. 

Benefits of UAS include the following:

Drone operators preparing the drone for surveillance of large, wooded area.
  • Minimal human influence on sensitve lands
  • More precise treatments which equals more tax payer value
  • Accurate ecological representation
  • Increased technician and civilian safety
  • Decreased environmental footprint
  • Increased time management and situational awareness

Following the receipt of our UAS we have successfully conducted the following operations and proven the effectiveness of unmanned technologies:

A van labeled "South Walton Drone Operations" parked in a forested area, with a person near the open door.
  • Breeding site identification
  • Damage assessments
  • Source site discovery
  • Coordinated treatment efforts
  • Vegetation Correlation 

 

READ ABOUT THE IMPACT OF USING OUR DRONES ON A LOCAL SUBDIVISION

Impact of UAS Report Origins.pdf

 

Our drone program won us an award! 

T-Mobile for Business Innovate Award - South Walton Mosquito District

9121552_Innova-Awards_Winner-Use-Cases_SWMCD_DELV.pdf