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Large forest fire near Lustebo fought with helicopters
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A large forest fire broke out just north of Lustebo between Grycksbo and Bjursås in Falu municipality on Tuesday. Rescue services suspect a forestry machine sparked it on stones in a storm-damaged area. Two helicopters and ground crews brought the fire under control late in the evening.
The US State Department has authorized a potential sale to South Korea of MH-60R multi-mission naval helicopters and an AH-64E Apache chopper upgrade program. The move aims to strengthen the Asian ally's defense capabilities.
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A forest fire broke out on a clear-cut near Lamborn in Falu municipality on Monday. Rescue services used two helicopters to drop water and personnel from four fire stations took part in the effort. The fire, covering 150 by 300 metres, was under control after several hours.