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US: Dramatic Aerial Assault on Dutch Fire

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Dutch Flat, United States - October 05, 2024

A Cal Fire helicopter video released from October 5th captures the intense and perilous operation as helicopters navigate through dense smoke to drop water on the raging Dutch Fire. This aerial ballet of fire suppression underscores the challenges faced by firefighters tackling the blaze in the community of Dutch Flat, located in a heavily wooded and steep terrain area.

By October 7th at 2:47 pm, the collective efforts of CAL FIRE, Placer County Fire Department, and other regional fire agencies had brought the Dutch Fire to 60% containment. Despite this progress, the fire's remote location and the difficult terrain continue to pose significant obstacles to containment efforts.

Under Unified Command, which includes the Placer County Sheriff's Office, Nevada County Sheriff's Office, and the California Highway Patrol, the response has been coordinated and aggressive. The fire, which spans approximately 45 acres, has demanded a multifaceted strategy involving ground crews, air support, and strategic firebreaks.

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