Several members of a Vina Helitack crew were injured Saturday while fighting the Brook Fire, according to Cal Fire. Seven crew members sustained minor burn injuries and were transported to local hospitals. A serious accident review team (SART) was deployed to investigate the incident. Officials emphasized that maintaining the safety of its personnel is its highest priority.
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Seven Cal Fire helitack crew members injured battling Brook Fire
Seven Cal Fire helitack crew members were injured while fighting the Brook Fire in Shasta County, California. A serious accident review team was deployed to investigate.
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- Location: Shasta County, California
- Date/time: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Agencies involved: Cal Fire, Vina Helitack
- Status: Investigation ongoing
- Public impact: Crew members were transported to local hospitals with minor burn injuries
Maxwell Tedford
Cal Fire spokesperson
Cal Fire
Vina Helitack
U.S. Department of the Interior
California Energy Commission
Humboldt County Sheriff's Office
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