A drone struck a firefighting plane, causing significant damage and delaying efforts to combat the Palisades Fire in California.
The damage led to a 30-minute delay in fighting the fire, which is a real concern. Akil Davis from the FBI stressed that these planes are crucial for fighting wildfires, and incidents like this put lives at risk.
The Super Scooper works by dipping into water and then dumping it on the flames. California officials are urging people not to fly drones over wildfire zones.
Davis mentioned that unauthorized drones are interfering with firefighting efforts, making it harder to control the fire. Temporary flight restrictions are in place for the area, covering all aircraft, including drones.
The FBI is trying to figure out who owns the drone that caused the damage. Meanwhile, videos of the destruction in Los Angeles are still surfacing on social media, despite the restrictions. Davis said they’ll investigate to find out more about the drone and its operator.
