From beaches to hiking trails, United Hatzalah deploys drones for summer rescues

(JNS) — A grandmother and her three grandchildren were stranded in a wadi near Meron in the Upper Galilee on a dark, rainy Lag B’Omer night. Unable to climb out and unsure how they would reach safety, they waited for help.

Before rescuers could reach them on foot, a drone appeared overhead.

Operated by United Hatzalah volunteers, the drone located the family, illuminated the area with onboard lights, delivered thermal blankets and flashlights, and guided rescue teams to their location. The family remained safe until rescuers arrived.

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