GREEN BROOK, NJ — Residents in Green Brook may notice a helicopter flying unusually low over the area on Tuesday, but police say there's no reason for alarm.
The Green Brook Police Department issued an advisory Monday, notifying residents that a helicopter will be operating at low altitudes to conduct LiDAR mapping.
LiDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging, according to the department's announcement.
"Residents may notice the helicopter flying lower than usual during these operations," police said.
The department emphasized that the helicopter activity is planned and is not a cause for concern.
Police did not specify the exact locations where the helicopter will operate or provide a timeframe for the mapping.
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