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2 People Uninjured in Helicopter Crash in Amboy
Clark County, WA – Authorities are investigating a helicopter crash that occurred Monday evening in the Amboy area of Clark County.
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) received reports of the incident at approximately 6:09 p.m., with the crash site located near 449th Street and NE Yale Bridge Road.
Emergency personnel from Fire District 10 responded quickly to the scene.
Upon arrival, crews confirmed that the helicopter’s two occupants had successfully exited the aircraft without injury.
Despite the fortunate outcome, firefighters identified a significant fuel leak originating from the wreckage.
Out of an abundance of caution and to mitigate environmental risks, the Washington State Department of Ecology was notified and is now involved in managing the fuel spill.
Both the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have been informed of the incident and will be conducting a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Deputies with the CCSO remain on scene to secure the area and will maintain control until it is officially turned over to federal investigators.
At this time, no additional information has been released.
Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.