2 U.S. Army helicopters returning from a training exercise crash near Healy, Alaska

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Updated: 5:01pm. Two AH-64 Apache helicopters from the 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment at Fort Wainwright crashed today near Healy, Alaska, returning from a training flight according to a media release.

First responders are on the scene. The incident is under investigation and more information about the incident will be released when it becomes available.

A spokesperson for the U.S. Army Alaska said each helicopter carried two people but could not immediately provide any other information about the condition of those involved.

Families of unit members can call the Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) at 907-353-4452 or go there in person. The address is 3401 Santiago Ave, the Welcome Center.