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An open mindset quickly reveals the true advantages it offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heliskid can be transported by helicopter to remote locations or areas inaccessible by pickup trucks, ensuring that water storage can be strategically positioned where firefighting crews are deployed. 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