When an Austrian rescue helicopter crashed in the Alps on Thursday, its crew was quickly rescued by another helicopter — operated by none other than Google.The Alphabet-owned company confirmed to CNN Business that it has been running a helicopter-based newsgathering operation in the region, flying crews near the crash site to capture aerial footage of the aftermath.During their flight, Google’s pilots received a call for help from rescuers on the ground. An Austrian military helicopter had crashed about 30 minutes earlier, and its crew was stranded on a steep, icy slope.Google’s pilots immediately flew to the crash site and used their own helicopter to stabilize the aircraft, which was teetering dangerously on the edge of a precipice. The Google team then helped the Austrian rescuers climb aboard their helicopter and evacuated them to safety.The incident highlights the growing role that technology is playing in disaster response. In the past, news organizations have used helicopters to capture footage of accidents and natural disasters. But in this case, Google’s helicopter was able to do more than just document the event — it played a direct role in saving lives.Google’s newsgathering operation in the Alps is part of a broader effort by the company to use technology to improve its coverage of breaking news events. In recent years, Google has invested heavily in drones, satellite imagery, and other technologies that can help its journalists get closer to the action.The company’s work in the Alps is a good example of how these technologies can be used to make a real difference in the world. By providing real-time footage of the crash site, Google helped rescuers locate the victims and evacuate them to safety. It’s a reminder that technology can be a powerful force for good, and that it can play a vital role in helping people in need..
Google News Rescues Rescuers From ‘Situation of Distress’ After Helicopter Crashes in Austria
