At 2:14 p.m., the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office received a report of two helicopters that collided in the air near SE Highway 154 (Lafayette Highway) and SE Stringtown Road southeast of McMinnville.
Local law enforcement, fire, and medical responders are on scene. At this time, we do not have information to share about the number or condition of the pilots or passengers of either aircraft. We are in communication with the FAA and NTSB, as ultimately, they will be the investigating agencies.
Roadways around the crash site are currently closed. We are asking the community to keep clear of the area.
We will share additional information as it becomes available. In the meantime, we ask for your patience as we respond to this critical incident.
