Two leased helicopters collided while conducting firefighting operations in the Psatha area west of Athens, Greece, with search and rescue efforts underway.
A collision between two firefighting helicopters has occurred during wildfire suppression operations in the region west of Athens, according to the Greek fire service. The incident took place in the wider Psatha area of Attica.
Both helicopters were leased by the fire department for the ongoing firefighting efforts. Each aircraft carried a crew of two people. The helicopters had been deployed from Elefsina military airport before the collision occurred.
Authorities have launched a search and rescue operation in response to the incident. Further details regarding the circumstances of the collision and the condition of those aboard remain unclear at this stage.
