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🚨 Breaking News: Army Helicopter Crashes in Northern Pakistan, 5 Dead
A tragic crash in Gilgit-Baltistan
A sad news has come from northern Pakistan. An army helicopter went down today in the Diamer area of Gilgit-Baltistan. Reports say five people lost their lives in the crash.
The victims include two pilots and three technicians. Officials confirmed that no one survived. Families of those killed are now in deep grief.
What happened?
The helicopter was an MI-17 chopper.
It was on a routine training flight when the accident took place.
According to police official Abdul Hameed, the helicopter was doing a test landing on a new helipad in a tourist spot in the mountains.
But during the attempt, something went wrong. The chopper lost control, hit the ground, and caught fire. Witnesses say they saw thick smoke rising from the crash site.
Cause of the crash
At first, there were mixed reports. Some thought it might be due to bad weather.
But later, a government spokesperson, Faizullah Faraq, confirmed that the crash was caused by a technical fault.
The aircraft failed during flight and went down suddenly.
Rescue efforts
Soon after the crash, army and police teams rushed to the site. The terrain was very steep and rocky, which made rescue hard.
Despite the efforts, all five men on board were found dead. Their bodies have been moved to a local hospital.
The army has promised a full investigation into what caused the tragedy.
Reactions from locals
People living in Diamer said the sound of the crash was loud and frightening. Some tourists in the area also said they saw the helicopter flying low before it went down.
Locals praised the quick response of the police and army teams, even though the crash site was difficult to reach.
A heavy loss for Pakistan
This is not the first time Pakistan has lost men in helicopter accidents.
Military and rescue flights in the mountainous north are always risky. The region is known for its high peaks and dangerous weather.
For the families of the victims, this is a deep personal loss. Many in Pakistan are now mourning the lives of the skilled pilots and engineers who died serving their country.
Final word
The government says it will carry out a clear investigation and make sure the real cause of the crash is known.
As Pakistan grieves, many are once again reminded of the risks faced by those who fly and work in these tough mountain regions.
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