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Fatal Helicopter Crash on Ririe Reservoir Under Investigation
Ririe, Idaho – One person has died, and another was seriously injured following a helicopter crash on the ice at Ririe Reservoir Thursday afternoon, according to the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office.
The crash occurred at approximately 4:40 p.m., about one mile east of the Ririe Dam.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene and utilized snow machines from the Juniper Campground area to reach the crash site.
Upon arrival, crews discovered two occupants inside the wreckage.
One individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while the second occupant sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported via ambulance to a local hospital for treatment.
Authorities also discovered a downed power line near the crash site, prompting safety concerns.
“Deputies have closed Ririe Reservoir and the surrounding area due to downed power lines and unstable ice conditions,” the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office stated in a news release. “The circumstances surrounding why the helicopter was in that area are still being confirmed, and the investigation remains ongoing.”
Several emergency agencies responded to the scene, including:
- Idaho Falls Fire Department
- Jefferson Central Fire Department
- Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
- Idaho Fish and Game
- Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue
- Bonneville County Fire Ammon Division
- Bonneville County Coroner’s Office
- Dive Rescue and Drone Teams
The names of the individuals involved have not yet been released, pending family notification. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and will oversee the investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Authorities urge the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues. Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
A tornado has been confirmed on the ground in Carmel, Indiana, a northern suburb of Indianapolis, causing immediate concern for residents in this densely populated area.
The tornado was spotted just south of Westfield, near Main Street and U.S. 31, moving through the region as emergency sirens blared.
The tornado’s presence in Carmel and surrounding areas has prompted urgent warnings from meteorologists and emergency officials.
Given its proximity to residential and commercial districts, residents are strongly urged to take immediate shelter.
The National Weather Service and local emergency agencies are closely monitoring the storm as it continues to track across central Indiana.
Emergency sirens have been activated throughout Carmel and nearby communities to alert residents of the impending danger.
Authorities are advising individuals to stay indoors, move to the lowest level of their homes, and avoid windows until the threat has passed.
Officials continue to assess the situation, and additional updates will be provided as meteorologists track the tornado’s movement and potential impacts on the area.
Residents should remain weather-aware and follow official warnings as the storm system progresses.