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A Reach Air medical helicopter crashed on Highway 50 eastbound in Sacramento between 6:30 and 7 p.m. Monday, injuring three people. Authorities have closed the highway and are investigating the cause of the crash.
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• Where and when did the crash happen?
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal helicopter crash occurred between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. on the eastbound side of the freeway near 59th Street.
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A video shows the helicopter swerving and falling onto the highway, causing multiple cars to quickly clear the area. Three people were seriously injured in the helicopter crash. A video of the crash has gone viral on social media.
The Sacramento Fire Department confirmed that the helicopter was a Reach Air helicopter, which typically transports medicine and medical equipment. However, it did not say whether it was heading to the hospital at the time of the accident, and whether there was any medicine or medical equipment in it and how much.
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• What are the number of injuries and road conditions?
According to the fire department, three people were seriously injured and several others may have minor injuries.
"Eastbound Highway 50 is completely closed due to the damage. Local authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area.
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