Army Apache Helicopter Crashes Near Salado, Texas; Two Soldiers Dead
An Army Apache helicopter crashed in a field near Salado, Texas, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers. The crash also caused a grass fire and led to the evacuation of nearby homes.
Portland, OR, August 12, 2026 —
A United States Army Apache helicopter crashed in a field near Salado, Texas, on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers aboard the aircraft. The incident also sparked a grass fire and prompted the evacuation of homes in the vicinity.
The exact cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Officials have not released the identities of the soldiers who perished in the incident.
Following the crash, a grass fire broke out at the site. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to manage the fire and address the accident. The impact of the crash and the subsequent fire necessitated the evacuation of nearby residences as a precautionary measure.
Details regarding the specific unit to which the Apache helicopter belonged or the nature of its training mission at the time of the crash were not immediately available. Investigations into the cause of the accident are expected to be conducted by the appropriate military authorities.
The area surrounding the crash site was secured as authorities began their response and investigation. Further information will be released as it becomes available from official sources.
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