West Virginia National Guard helicopters aid in battling wildfires, scorching over 4,000 acres and destroying homes.

West Virginia National Guard helicopters aid in battling wildfires that have scorched over 4,000 acres in the state, destroying homes. Two Blackhawk helicopters dropped water from flexible buckets onto fires in Hardy County's steep, wooded terrain. The fires began amid gusty winds and low humidity, leading to a state of emergency declaration by Governor Jim Justice in northeastern counties.

March 22, 2024
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