'Super Scoopers' make their way to Arizona in wildfire fight

Source: abc15 Arizona
Author: Josh Kristianto

MESA, AZ -- ABC15 is digging deeper into how firefighters keep fires from spreading in Arizona during wildfire season.

We got a sneak peek at the CL-415, also known as the Super Scooper, which is one of the most unique planes in the firefighting arsenal.

Our story takes a look inside the plane and how it's able to be so effective and keep fires small before they get big.

Watch the full story in the video player above.

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