Disaster● ElevatedAug 13 · Aug 13, 2026, 12:45 AM
2 pilots killed in Fort Hood helicopter crash near Salado ; sparked 100 - acre wildfire
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from fox23maine.com · United States
Two pilots died in a helicopter crash near Salado, originating from Fort Hood, which subsequently caused a 100-acre wildfire. This report details a fatal military accident with a significant environmental consequence.
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