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Pilots of helicopter that crashed while fighting wildfire in Utah are dead, officials say
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Josh Funk, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fire has grown significantly, covering nearly 174 square miles.
A large wildfire in Utah is hindering rescue efforts after a helicopter crash. The crash occurred on Friday morning in the Fishlake National Forest, involving a Sikorsky Skycrane helicopter. The fire has grown significantly, covering nearly 174 square miles.
Emergency responders are unable to reach the crash site due to the dangerous conditions. Further details about the incident are available from KSAT 12, including information about the status of the people aboard the helicopter and the ongoing efforts to contain the fire.
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Category: safety Published: August 8, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A large wildfire in Utah is hindering rescue efforts after a helicopter crash. The crash occurred on Friday morning in the Fishlake National Forest, involving a Sikorsky Skycrane helicopter. The fire…
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