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This takes social distancing to new heights.

The town of Elizabeth, NJ has unleashed a fleet of talking drones to scold people for hanging out in groups during the coronavirus crisis, according to a report Wednesday.

Five of the bossy ‘bots on Tuesday began barking orders such as “STOP gathering!” while soaring above parks and other public hotspots, according to NBC New York.

“These drones will be around the City with an automated message from the Mayor telling you to STOP gathering, disperse and go home,” the police department announced on Facebook. “Summonses HAVE AND WILL CONTINUE to be issued to those found in violation. Fines are up to $1000. You have been advised.”

Footage of a police test run shows the gadget blaring a siren as it zips above cop cars in a parking lot. The futuristic fleet is on loan from the manufacturing firm DJI to urge folks to follow 6-foot social distancing guidelines, according to police.

Chinese officials were first to send the message by drone that crowded gatherings aren’t gonna fly. In February, authorities in the country also used drones to scold citizens who went outside outside without face masks.

Elizabeth is one of the hardest-hit towns in New Jersey, with more than 1,200 confirmed coronavirus cases.