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2 soldiers killed as Apache helicopter from Fort Hood crashes in Salado, Texas
Updated on: August 12, 2026 / 7:22 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Two soldiers were killed when a U.S. Army Apache helicopter crashed.
- The helicopter was based out of Fort Hood.
- The crash occurred in Salado, Texas, in a field, without hitting any structures.
- A wildfire broke out at the crash site.
- The victims' identities will be released 24 hours after their families are notified.