More Local Japanese Govts Bypassing Permission to Use Drones During Emergencies Such as Bear Sightings, Wildfires

By Kazuki Koike / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer
15:41 JST,
March 8, 2026
Local governments are increasingly using drones during emergencies such as disasters without prior permission from the central government, which would normally be required.
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