The Hotshot Wake Up Alberta, Canada Gets Nuked with Lightning and Wildfires. 10's of Thousands Evacuated. Suspect Caught in Incendiary Shooting in AZ. I Interview JJ Shelley, Who is Studying Type 1 Fire Nutrition.
May 6, 2023
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Tanker Crash in Australia
- A tanker plane crashed in Australia while fighting wildfires.
- The pilots miraculously survived after skimming a ridgeline during a retardant drop.
Helicopter Crash in Alberta
- A Type 3 helicopter crashed in Alberta, Canada while attempting to land.
- The pilot survived with minor injuries after the skids collapsed and the helicopter rolled.
Increase in Aviation Crashes
- Aviation crashes in wildfire fighting have increased significantly in the past year.
- Covey is closely monitoring these incidents, noting crashes in Spain, Greece, South America, and the US.