A Sikorsky (Erickson) S-64 Skycrane battles a blaze near Chinese Peak. Chinese Peak Fire • August 15th, 2011
A Sikorsky (Erickson) S-64 Skycrane battles a blaze near Chinese Peak. Chinese Peak Fire • August 15th, 2011
As of Noon today (August 16th) this fire is till burning with five planes, two helicopters, and over 150 volunteers on the ground fighting it. Current estimates are that 1,275 acres have burned. One home and a barn have been engulfed in flames.
A huge 'thank you' goes out to the fire crews, pilots, emergency responders, and other personnel assisting with bringing this fire under control. Your efforts are greatly appreciated by all.
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A Sikorsky (Erickson) S-64 Skycrane battles a blaze near Chinese Peak. Chinese Peak Fire • August 15th, 2011
A Sikorsky (Erickson) S-64 Skycrane battles a blaze near Chinese Peak. Chinese Peak Fire • August 15th, 2011
As of Noon today (August 16th) this fire is till burning with five planes, two helicopters, and over 150 volunteers on the ground fighting it. Current estimates are that 1,275 acres have burned. One home and a barn have been engulfed in flames.
A huge 'thank you' goes out to the fire crews, pilots, emergency responders, and other personnel assisting with bringing this fire under control. Your efforts are greatly appreciated by all.
Did you know that you can now find me on Facebook? fb.me/visionsbysorensonphotography
If you have G+, you might occasionally find me here: gplus.to/cygnusx1.
Find a few more photos of this event here (Picasa.)