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Authorities responding to Fort Hood military chopper crash
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident involves a helicopter from the 1st Cavalry Division.
A military helicopter crash has occurred in Bell County, prompting a response from authorities. The incident involves a helicopter from the 1st Cavalry Division. As a result of the crash, a grass fire has broken out and is spreading rapidly.
Multiple fire units have been deployed to the scene to contain the fire. Local roads, including FM-2843, have been closed due to the incident. Further information about the crash can be found through FOX 44 News, which is continuing to monitor the situation and provide updates as more details become available.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) Reading time: 1 min
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