Two firefighting helicopters collide west of Athens; search and rescue underway

Two firefighting helicopters collided west of Athens, Greek fire services said, as search and rescue operations are underway for the crew. The incident occurred amid ongoing wildfires in Greece, according to N12.

Two firefighting helicopters collided west of Athens on Sunday, Greek fire services said, triggering a search and rescue operation for the crew members. The collision occurred as Greece battles a series of wildfires, which The Zioneer has reported on in recent days. No further details on the crew's condition or the cause of the collision are available.

5 developments

1. 30 minutes ago · 17:42 · 2 AugLatest

   Crew of the rear helicopter rescued following the collision.

2. 17:17 · 2 Aug

   Pilot confirmed killed in the firefighting helicopter collision.

3. 17:13 · 2 Aug

   Helicopter identified as Bayle model; search for crew continues.

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