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Deadly Apache Helicopter crash highlights growing Central Texas fire risk
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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A deadly helicopter crash near Salado sparked a wildfire Wednesday as crews across Central Texas continued battling elevated fire danger and multiple blazes.
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