The Local Police of Valencia has carried out a demonstration of drones equipped with artificial intelligence designed to accelerate the reaction to incidents. The objective is to have a tool that provides information in real time and improve decision-making when every minute counts.
The test, held at the PLV headquarters on Tuesday, October 7 at 11:00 p.m., included a stage of simulated flooding in La Torre Inspired by the experience of the last DANA. It seeks to validate procedures, measure capabilities and adjust protocols in a operational and realistic
A pilot within the European LEAD-PRO project
This initiative is part of LEAD-PRO, a project funded by the program Horizon Europe of the European Commission investigating how AI and new technologies can optimize prediction, management, and recovery in the event of natural disasters or large-scale incidents.
According to the responsible unit, the day allowed test all resources of emergency services and assess the extent to which technology increases effectiveness in a crisis. The idea is to contrast the usefulness of these tools in a controlled environment. speed, safety and coordination.
Autonomous hangar and 24/7 operation
Among the new features is a smart hangar which enables aircraft to take off, land and refuel safely fully autonomous, without on-site personnel. This system allows drones to be kept ready to fly. The 24 hours of the day, with deployments in a matter of seconds.
With this infrastructure, the council could install units at strategic points to reinforce surveillance and response: major events, critical infrastructure or sensitive areas where early detection is key.
- Institutional buildings to support management and supervision during crowds.
- Critical infrastructures with remote inspection and maintenance tasks.
- Natural parks and protected areas to detect fires, control wildlife and monitor the environment.
Sensors, software and key functions
The teams integrate a combination of multispectral cameras, thermal sensors and laser rangefinder that provide detail both day and night. Thanks to the AI on board, can recognize patterns, detect changes in the environment and locate people or vehicles in difficult areas.
In addition, they incorporate integrated speaker to issue immediate warnings, high-resolution optics with good low light performance and 4G connectivity to transmit images and data to the control center in real time.
Aircraft allow automated routes, intelligent tracking and remote piloting from police headquarters. This combination of capabilities makes drones a early air responder which arrives earlier and offers a global view of the scene.
- Automatic counting of people, vehicles or boats using AI.
- precise measurement with laser within the field of vision.
- Turn signals for signaling in night operations.
- Immediate deployment and operation within seconds of notification.
Cost, financing and intended use
Each unit evaluated is around 20.000 EurosIf the performance confirms expectations, the municipal area will consider acquiring several units through EU funding associated with the project.
In the urban environment, this solution would facilitate a very fast response doors floods, fires, accidents or critical events. Automated deployment and monitoring from the control center They allow you to prioritize resources, limit risks, and gain time in the most delicate phase of an emergency.
If consolidated, the system is intended to support firefighters, civil protection and citizen security, with a focus on prevention, early detection and damage assessment to accelerate the return to normal.
The proposal combines technological innovation and practical use: Autonomous hangar, advanced sensors, and AI analytics to provide reliable information instantly. With this, Valencia aims to strengthen its response capacity, minimize impacts, and make better decisions in complex situations.
