Summary
Two people died when a U.S. Army Apache helicopter crashed near Fort Hood in Salado, Texas. The crash caused a large grass fire, but no buildings were damaged.Key Facts
- The crash happened on Wednesday near Fort Hood, Texas.
- The helicopter involved was an AH-64 Apache, a two-seat military attack helicopter.
- Both crew members aboard the helicopter died.
- The crash started a grass fire that was initially out of control.
- The Bell County Sheriff's Office responded after a 911 call shortly after 1:30 p.m. local time.
- No structures or buildings were harmed in the incident.
- Brig. Gen. Ethan Diven said the priority is securing the crash site and supporting responders.
- The helicopter was based at Fort Hood, Texas.
