7.6K views · 231 reactions | Today, the Mesa Verde Helitack practiced Short-Haul rescue operations on the 416 Fire. Short-Haul is a method of transporting one or more injured or stranded persons attached to a line beneath a helicopter. Short-Haul is used on fire where steep terrain is inacessible and vehicles are unable to drive and helicopters are unable to land. Having this resource is an added safety measure for our firefighters. | 416 Fire | Facebook

Keep tuning into Durango Herald for ongoing #416Fire coverage. And thanks to all those fighting it. (Video credit: Ballantine Communication videographer Terrance Siemon.) | The Durango Herald

30K views · 468 reactions | A helicopter flies over brush and trees dropping ping pong balls filled with an ignitible solution as they continue a burnout on the southeast side of Hermosa Creek at the #416Fire. Video by Herald photographer Jerry McBride. | The Durango Herald | Facebook

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416 Fire - HotShots - 6/14/18. Today was amazing! I was able to get a little behind the scenes with some of the most elite firefighters in the world or as most of us call them, HotShots. Unbelievable men and women. They are tough as nails and so appreciative of the local support. It was a very special day that I will never forget. Thank you HotShots! We appreciate you more than you will ever know. #416fire #bitterroothotshots San Juan Hotshots Durango Fire & Rescue RedCross The Denver Post Offic