A helicopter crashed near Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington on Wednesday night, with no immediate details on casualties or the helicopter’s identity. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. about 10 miles south of Tacoma, prompting a response from military and rescue teams.
- Helicopter crashed near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
- No information on number of people aboard.
- Crash occurred around 9 p.m. Wednesday.
- Scene on fire, rescue efforts halted.
- Military lost contact with the helicopter.
- Local agencies responded to the incident.
The U.S. Army confirmed the crash but provided few details, citing a developing situation. Thurston County deputies responded after reports of a possible crash in the Summit Lake area, west of Olympia. They found the scene on fire and could not continue rescue efforts. Rescue units from King County also responded to assist.
- Helicopter crashed Wednesday night near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
- Rescue teams, including King County units, responded to the scene.
- The scene is on fire, preventing rescue efforts.
- No details yet on the number of people aboard or their conditions.
The incident remains under investigation, and authorities have not released further information. The crash highlights ongoing risks in military and rescue operations near busy bases.
Further updates are expected as authorities assess the situation and determine the cause of the crash.
