A tragic plane crash in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego has left the area in a state of emergency after a Cessna 550 impacted a residential zone. The disaster occurred yesterday, around 3:45 AM, cutting a swath of fire and wreckage across the peaceful community. Firefighters and police officers responded to the scene, extinguishing multiple fires and aiding in the evacuation of residents.
According to information released by the Federal Aviation Administration, the aircraft was carrying six passengers, with two fatalities confirmed to be from the plane. There are still ongoing inquiries into the total number of casualties. Strikingly, eight individuals who were not aboard the aircraft received medical attention, with two being treated for minor injuries at the scene, as the City of San Diego reported.
The aftermath of the crash saw at least 15 homes engulfed by fire, with evacuations throughout nearby streets, including Salmon Street, Sample Street, and Sculpin Street. The San Diego Police Department communicated through a Facebook update that affected residents were directed to Miller Elementary School, where they could receive assistance. Emergency responders, faced with massive flames fueled by spilled jet fuel, worked diligently to control and extinguish the fire, with Hoodline reporting the efforts of the San Diego Assistant Fire Department Chief Dan Eddy, who stated, "We have jet fuel all over the place."
As the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) takes charge of the inquiry to determine the reasons behind the crash, the area remains sealed off for investigation and is considered unsafe. Residents finding debris or signs of jet fuel are urged to contact the NTSB. Investigations are underway to clarify the number of individuals aboard the plane and the circumstances that led to the crash. The FAA and the NTSB have an active role in the ongoing investigation, as noted by FOX5 San Diego.
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