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The area was engulfed in flames around 4 AM on Thursday, May 22. Reports indicate that approximately 15 homes were damaged, along with vehicles parked in driveways and on the street.
Residents were evacuated, and authorities are advising people to stay clear of the vicinity.
Two schools and one road have been closed as the fire department and local officials manage the aftermath of the crash.
Fire Chief Dan Eddy discussed the situation at a news conference early this morning, saying, “We have jet fuel all over the place. Our main goal is to search all these homes and get everybody out right now.”
He described the scene as “a gigantic debris field.”
What do we know about the plane?
According to the fire chief this morning, conditions were extremely foggy and
“You could barely see in front of you.”
The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that it was a Cessna 550, a small private aircraft capable of carrying 6 to 8 people. The FAA also shared that “the number of people on board is unknown.”
Local authorities have not yet confirmed the number of injuries or casualties. However, video footage shows the plane in ruins. The crash occurred near Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport.
Watch the ongoing coverage below.
