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Drones used to save people on busy beaches in Chile

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Monday, March 16, 2015
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In Chile, drones are being used to help lifeguards on busy beaches save people from drowning.

The drones are controlled from the beach and outfitted with a float, camera, microphone, and speaker.

Drones can get to the swimmers quicker and drop a life preserver so the person can hang on until help arrives.

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