Breaking News: Tragedy Strikes as US Army Helicopters Crash in Texas - Latest Updates on Possible Fatalities

Crew members were flying two Black Hawk helicopters that crashed at about 10pm on Wednesday [File: AP]

 Breaking News: Tragedy Strikes as US Army Helicopters Crash in Texas - Latest Updates on Possible Fatalities

Two US Army helicopters crashed in the state of Texas, with authorities fearing there could be fatalities. The accident involved two Apache attack helicopters that went down near the town of Killeen, which is located about 70 miles north of Austin. The crash occurred during what officials described as routine training.

The incident has prompted an immediate response from emergency services in the area. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that it is investigating the crash. Meanwhile, the US Army has launched its own investigation into the accident.

The identities of those involved in the crash have not yet been released, but officials have confirmed that both helicopters were assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division, which is based at Fort Hood in Texas. The base is home to over 35,000 military personnel and is one of the largest military installations in the world.

The crash comes just weeks after another helicopter accident involving the US military. In February, a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter crashed in California, killing two soldiers and injuring three others. The cause of that accident is still under investigation.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those affected by this latest incident. The US military has a long history of conducting training exercises to prepare for combat, and unfortunately, accidents do sometimes happen. It is crucial that authorities conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the crash and take steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.