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Sydney shark attack survivor wakes from coma, whispers 'I love you' to family
world18 days ago

Sydney shark attack survivor wakes from coma, whispers 'I love you' to family

A 34-year-old Sydney teacher, Leah Stewart, woke from a 10-day coma after being bitten by a great white at Coogee Beach, telling her mother and partner that she loves them. She has undergone five surgeries, including an arm amputation, with more planned, and a fundraiser has raised around AU$488,000. As sharks remain active off Sydney, NSW officials plan to roll out world-leading drone surveillance to monitor beaches (with Surf Life Saving drones already in use) rather than pursuing culling, because great whites are a protected species; shark nets are expected to be reinstalled in September.

via The Guardian|
#coogee-beach#drone-surveillance#great-white
Shark culls aren’t reliably safer for beachgoers, science explains
science27 days ago

Shark culls aren’t reliably safer for beachgoers, science explains

Evidence suggests shark culls do not reliably reduce bite risk. Large programs, such as Hawaii’s tiger-shark cull, killed thousands of sharks without lowering bite rates, and nets may harm non‑target wildlife with little proven safety gain. The science favors nonlethal approaches—drone surveillance, SMART drumlines, and acoustic listening systems—plus personal deterrents, improved first aid, and public education as a safer, more ecosystem-friendly way to reduce shark-bite risk while preserving marine life.

via The Conversation|
#culling#drone-surveillance#nonlethal-mitigation
Insurance Company Drops Customer After Alleged Drone Surveillance
insurance3 years ago

Insurance Company Drops Customer After Alleged Drone Surveillance

A California homeowner was shocked when his insurance company, California State Automobile Association (CSAA) Insurance Group, dropped his policy based on aerial photos taken over his property. Initially told that a drone had captured the images, the company later claimed they used "proprietary aerial imagery" from a fixed-wing airplane or satellite. The homeowner was not allowed to see the photos or address any concerns. Despite having no history of claims and living outside a fire zone, CSAA cited debris and hazardous conditions in the yard as reasons for termination. The homeowner filed a complaint with the State Department of Insurance, but the company stood by its decision, emphasizing that factors like premium payments and claims history are not considered when evaluating property risk.

via KABC-TV|
#california#drone-surveillance#homeowners-insurance
Insurance Company Uses Drone to Cancel Policy After House Inspection
insurance3 years ago

Insurance Company Uses Drone to Cancel Policy After House Inspection

A homeowner in Oakley, East Bay, claims that his longtime home insurance company, CSAA Insurance Group, canceled his policy based on photos taken by a drone over his property. The company cited hazards in his yard, including debris and a dilapidated car, as reasons for termination. The homeowner, who had never filed a claim in 15 years, was shocked by the use of a drone and the lack of transparency from the company. CSAA initially claimed to have used a drone but later backtracked, stating that they may have used aerial imagery from a fixed-wing airplane or satellite. Insurance companies are increasingly using aerial photography to assess risk, but concerns about privacy invasion arise.

via PetaPixel|
#csaa-insurance-group#drone-surveillance#home-insurance