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Drones are helping out in disaster situations and can potentially save lives.

Drones are often in the news for negative reasons. Close calls with planes, people, or buildings.

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While enthusiasts fly them for fun, companies like Amazon want to use them for deliveries. Now, one drone maker is looking to use their technology for good; drones in emergency situations. DJI currently creates drones for aerial video use, however their thermal imaging camera can provide first responders with an eye in the sky and another way to search.

Check out DJI’s Zenmuse XT Thermal Camera and Gimbal Powered by FLIR. Also, see how DJI’s drones have been put to use in emergency situations.