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Rain Extinguishes Arizona Fire

  • Helicopter crews flew many sorties to surround the MMT Observatory with a slurry of water and fire-retardant chemicals.

    Helicopter crews flew many sorties to surround the MMT Observatory with a slurry of water and fire-retardant chemicals.

    Jayson Coil

    Low Resolution Image

  • Air tankers also were employed to protect the Whipple Observatory telescopes with a ring of slurry.

    Air tankers also were employed to protect the Whipple Observatory telescopes with a ring of slurry.

    Emilio Falco

    Low Resolution Image