# Helicopter battling Utah wildfire crashes, conditions of two aboard unknown

https://mins.news/en/item/16553

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-07 21:33 UTC
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- Original: https://bit.ly/3RRdeDl

> Authorities say a heavy-lift helicopter involved in fighting a wildfire in Utah has crashed. Two people were aboard the aircraft. Officials have not immediately provided information about their conditions. The helicopter was taking part in the wildfire response when the accident occurred.

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