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Apache Crash Sparks Wildfire in Central Texas | Texas News
A deadly Apache helicopter crash near Salado triggered a wildfire that burned 155 acres and threatened five homes—though all were saved—killing two pilots. Over 200 firefighters from 22 agencies swiftly contained the blaze by Thursday, battling challenging Hill Country terrain amid elevated wildfire risk across Central Texas. Recent rain hasn’t helped; dry grasses, heat, and wind fuel ongoing danger, prompting burn bans in counties like Travis and Hays. Firefighters worked through the night, aided by cooler temps and humidity, to secure containment lines. The crash’s cause remains under…
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