Fire helicopter on call to fight Otways fires

FIREFIGHTING: Todd McMahon said the Bell 214B1 was ready to help forest fire crews and volunteer firefighters this summer.

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by Jena Carr December 23, 2022

A water-bombing helicopter is back in Colac to help forest fire crews and volunteer firefighters tackle the flames this summer.

Tags: Bushfire, Firefighting, Forest Fire Management Victoria

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