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US: NYPD Helicopters Blast Brooklyn Fire with Bambi Buckets

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New York, United States - March 10, 2025 Panic gripped the streets earlier today (March 9) as a wild brush fire raged across the borough. The NYPD’s tough Specialops Aviation Unit charged into the fray, backing up the FDNY in a desperate bid to halt the flames. Helicopters sliced through the smoky sky, delivering a bold counterattack. Armed with the trusty "Bambi Bucket," the pilots executed daring runs to local water sources. This clever device scoops up gallons in seconds, transforming choppers into flying water tanks. With steely focus, they unloaded their hauls over the fire, drenching the burning brush below. Each drop hammered the blaze, offering vital relief to the ground teams. FDNY firefighters gained crucial ground thanks to the NYPD’s aerial muscle. The partnership between the two units shone brightly, a classic display of New York grit. Thick smoke still chokes the air, but the helicopter crews press on relentlessly. Their efforts have tipped the scales, bringing the city closer to taming the fiery beast. Brooklyn hangs tough as the battle rages.

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