On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, two firefighting helicopters collided while combating a wildfire west of Athens, Greece. According to the Greek fire service, each helicopter was carrying a two-person crew. A search-and-rescue operation was launched following the incident as the fire continued to spread deeper into the Athens region.
The wildfire has posed significant challenges for emergency responders working to contain it. Details about the condition of the helicopter crews or the cause of the collision have not been disclosed.
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