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Air ambulance catches fire during landing

The oldest helicopter in the county’s fleet was landing for a rescue when it caught fire

By EMS1 Staff

TAVERNIER, Fla. — An air ambulance burst into flames as it was landing for a rescue, according to officials.

Local 10 reported that the helicopter was on its way to a high school when it caught fire, according to Monroe County spokeswoman Cammy Clark said.

The patient was transported to the hospital and later airlifted by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a different hospital.

The helicopter, which is the oldest in the county’s fleet, was substantially damaged.

No injuries were reported in the fire, which is currently under investigation.

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