Residents in the Municipality of Rhineland may notice drones flying overhead over the next couple of weeks, but officials say there’s no cause for concern.
Manitoba Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is carrying out a small drone survey in the area from July 15th through to July 31st, weather permitting. The purpose of the project is to estimate local populations of deer, moose, and elk as part of ongoing wildlife monitoring efforts.
A provincial spokesperson calls it, “A routine wildlife survey being conducted to better understand cervid populations in certain areas. This particular survey is occurring in a small localized area within the RM of Rhineland. The information helps support informed wildlife management and planning.”
Residents looking for more information are being directed to Fahar Ibtisham at fahar.ibtisham@gov.mb.ca.