3 U.S. Firefighters Killed In Plane Crash In Australia

The transcript discusses the efforts of firefighters, including three Americans, who were helping combat bushfires in Australia. They were on board a Hercules air tanker that crashed near Canberra. The firefighters were part of Coulson Aviation, contracted by the New South Wales Rural Fire Service. Despite recent rain, rising temperatures and winds have reignited fires. Canberra Airport was temporarily closed due to nearby fires. The crash resulted in 33 fatalities, and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating. Coulson Aviation has grounded its large aircraft as a precaution.

What was the mission of the three firefighters mentioned in the video?

• To monitor wildlife

• To deliver supplies to remote areas

• To conduct a training exercise

• To help fight bushfires

Which company did the firefighters work for?

• Coulson Aviation

• Aerial Fire Control

• Fire Rescue Australia

• Global Firefighting Services

What natural event temporarily alleviated the bushfires?

• Snowfall

• Rainstorms

• Tornado

• Earthquake

How many people, including the American firefighters, have died in the bushfires?

• 30

• 33

• 25

• 40

What action did Coulson Aviation take following the crash?

• Stopped all operations

• Increased their fleet size

• Grounded their large aircraft

• Hired more pilots