Multiple people killed in mid-air helicopter collision as firefighters fought fire: Report
Meghann Dyke
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At least three people are reportedly dead following a “mid-air” crash involving a firefighting helicopter that was working to extinguish a brush fire in southern California.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, the incident was reported around 7:30 p.m. PST as crews worked to contain the “Broadway Fire,” located about an hour outside of San Diego.
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Authorities have since confirmed that the aircraft involved in the incident was operating on a contract basis for local firefighting agencies by CAL FIRE.
The crash is located on Native American land, where firefighters were fighting the 20-acre fire.
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As well, it’s unclear whether the burn area around the crash site resulted from the brush fire or as a result of the impact of the collision.
As of the start of the day Monday, details about the incident and its cause are still unknown.