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Helicopter crashes in Lincoln, officials report no injuries

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Update 10:00 a.m. Aug. 26 — Life Flight Network said Tuesday there were no patients on board when the Missoula-based helicopter crashed in Lincoln, and their team reported no injuries.

"We are deeply grateful that everyone is safe and able to return home to their families," the organization wrote on social media. "We are cooperating fully with local and federal authorities as they investigate the cause of this incident."

The FAA is investigating the incident.

(Resident captures moment when helicopter crashes in Lincoln)

Viewer Video: Helicopter crash in Lincoln, MT


Original story — A helicopter crashed while attempting to land in Lincoln on Tuesday.

According to a Lincoln Volunteer Fire Rescue Facebook post, a Lifeflight helicopter crashed while attempting to land in the middle of town.

The post said everyone is ok.

Main Street in Lincoln was shut down while emergency crews responded. People are asked that people avoid the area.

This is a developing story.

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Lincoln Helicopter Crash
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