At approximately 1015 a.m. on Monday, July 23, 2007, a type 2 helicopter was reported down on the Elk Fire burning within the Klamath National Forest. One fatality is confirmed and the pilot's name will be released pending family notification. The cause of the crash is under investigation and the National Transportation Safety Board has been notified. Fire crews and additional helicopter support are working to suppress a small ground fire associated with the crash.
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My heart breaks knowing that another family is in our shoes and now part of the "family" of fallen firefighters. I had been having a really bad day (lots of crying, lots of little things bothering me) before I heard the news. It was the straw that broke the camel's back. Thank God I have an understanding boss who let me go home. We are sending thoughts and prayers from our family to theirs.
Lori
John Greeno
Final Call: March 10, 2005
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