Fatal Helicopter Crash in Florida Apartment Building Leaves Multiple Casualties

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Fatal Helicopter Crash in Florida Apartment Building Leaves Multiple Casualties
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A rescue helicopter crashed into an apartment building in Pompano Beach, Florida, killing two people and injuring four others. The Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue helicopter was en route to assist a mother and daughter involved in a car crash when it experienced mechanical issues and caught fire. Despite their efforts to extinguish the fire, the helicopter crashed into the apartment building. Captain Terryson Jackson of Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue and a resident of the building were among the fatalities. The pilot, a paramedic, and two civilians were injured. The incident highlights the need for funding and resources for emergency services.

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