Tanker 07 drops on the Myrtle fire

A video/slide show of Tanker 07, a P2V, dropping on the Myrtle Fire. All photos were taken near Rifle Pit Road on July 19, 2012 at 8:24 p.m. by Bill Gabbert of Wildfire Today. And no, it did not crash into the trees; it exited the area safely and went back to Rapid City for the night.

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Author: Bill Gabbert

After working full time in wildland fire for 33 years, he continues to learn, and strives to be a Student of Fire.

13 thoughts on “Tanker 07 drops on the Myrtle fire”

  1. We’re really hungry for updates-particularly maps. We have family with structures off of Song Dog road and friends in areas of Argyle. Is there a way we can access MODIS data to create our own maps?

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  2. 07 is a PV2-5 bit shorter and lighter than the
    ubiquitous -7’s also it has an armored canopy
    winch is handy in bird strikes…

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  3. Nice slide show and music. At the exact time I was watching the show my local classical station was playing your theme music, so I got to hear the entire selection, some in from two devices, my radio and the laptop!

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  4. Thanks for the info and photos. I have a home on the north side of Beaver Creek Road near the intersection of Beaver Creek and Rifle Pit. It’s hard to sit here, so your info really helps.

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