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Multiple Agencies Responding to Helicopter Crash Near Riverlands Way in West Alton
WEST ALTON, MO (St. Charles County) — Emergency crews are responding to a helicopter crash on the Mississippi River near U.S. Highway 67.
According to initial reports, a helicopter went down in the river and was believed to have collided with a barge.
Early dispatch information indicated the aircraft was on fire; however, incident command has since confirmed there is no active fire at the scene.
Boats from both Missouri and Illinois are currently on the water assisting with the response and recovery efforts.
Authorities have confirmed that two individuals were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash.
Their conditions remain unknown at this time.
The situation remains fluid, and responders are actively working to assess the scene and locate those involved.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Emergency Responders Dispatched to Major Multi-Vehicle Collision at Budds Creek Road and Crain Highway in Faulkner
FAULKNER, MD (CHARLES COUNTY) — Emergency crews responded to a serious multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Budds Creek Road and Crain Highway in Faulkner, Maryland, where three vehicles were involved in a crash resulting in multiple injuries.
Upon arrival, first responders assessed several patients at the scene.
A total of nine medical transports were requested due to the severity and number of injuries.
According to emergency officials, five patients required Advanced Life Support (ALS) transport, indicating significant or potentially life-threatening injuries.
An additional four patients were transported under Basic Life Support (BLS) care.
Due to the critical condition of one individual categorized as Priority 1, Maryland State Police Aviation Command’s Trooper 7 was dispatched to the scene for rapid medical air transport.
Traffic delays were reported in the area as emergency services, including fire, EMS, and law enforcement, worked to treat victims and clear the roadway.
The conditions of all patients remain under evaluation, and authorities have not yet released identifying information or the potential cause of the crash.
The incident remains under investigation by local officials.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.