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New Technology Could Reduce First Responder Risk

Monday, November 12, 2012


CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- Scientists at MIT have developed mapping technology that can help first responders create a more accurate image of a disaster scenes. They say the computer generated maps could save lives by highlighting potential dangers to emergency workers.

Copyright 2012 The Associated Press

Tags: News, Technology, News Video, MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, disaster response, disaster readiness, computer technology


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