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Due to extremely cold conditions, the City is implementing special measures to keep safe people who are experiencing homelessness. City warming centers are open. If you see someone outside who needs help, call (215) 232-1984.

In effect: Sunday, February 16 at 3:00 p.m. until further notice

Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)

The Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) program permits OEM to use unmanned aircrafts — often called drones — during emergency events.

The program supports our efforts in:

  • Emergency preparedness.
  • Incident response.
  • Hazard mitigation.
  • Recovery operations.

To learn more about OEM’s authorized use of unmanned aircrafts at incident and event sites in Philadelphia, visit our OEM-UAS policy page.


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