When minutes matter, drone could be key in saving lives on Sandy River

This will be the first summer that the drone will be used to help locate bodies underwater.

CORBETT, Ore — The Corbett fire department has a new life-saving tool to help in their search for lost swimmers and boaters on the Sandy River.

A drone with thermal imaging capabilities to locate people under water and the ability to carry small payloads will be used for the first time this summer at Dabney State Park. The drone can deliver defibrillators for those who might be experiencing heart problems, life jackets, medications and supplies. 

Officials say the drone will be especially helpful at night along the

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