2019-06-17 Chinese Drones Help US Firefighters Do their Jobs
A growing number of American firefighters are now using drones to help with their live-saving work. The city of Fremont, California uses 14 drones to help fight fires and carry…
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A growing number of American firefighters are now using drones to help with their live-saving work. The city of Fremont, California uses 14 drones to help fight fires and carry…
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