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Mobile Home Fire in Cambria County with Multiple Burn Victims
Jackson Township, PA – Emergency crews in Jackson Township responded to a severe mobile home fire at 3004 William Penn Avenue.
The blaze, reported early this morning, had fully engulfed the residence by the time firefighters arrived on the scene.
Two individuals were found suffering from significant burn injuries and were quickly provided with emergency medical attention.
Due to the severity of the injuries, a medevac helicopter was requested to transport both burn victims to a specialized care facility.
Firefighters worked diligently to control the flames, with additional units called in to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures.
The scene remains active as investigators work to determine the cause of the fire.
Residents in the area are advised to avoid the vicinity while emergency teams conclude their efforts. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Small Plane Crashes in Manheim Township After Pilot Reports Open Door, ATC Issued Urgent “PULL UP” Warning
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA – A small aircraft crashed in Manheim Township, Lancaster County, on Sunday afternoon, leaving multiple people injured, authorities confirmed.
The Beechcraft Bonanza, identified as Aircraft N347M, took off from Lancaster Airport at approximately 3:15 p.m. ET.
Moments after departure, the pilot reported an open door and attempted to return to the airport. Air traffic control (ATC) issued an urgent “PULL UP” warning just before impact.
At approximately 3:20 p.m., the plane crashed in the parking lot of the Brethren Village Retirement Community, located near Fairview Drive and Meadowview Court. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that five people were on board at the time of the crash.
Emergency crews, including medics, firefighters, and law enforcement officers, arrived at the scene shortly after the crash.
Multiple injuries have been reported, but officials have yet to confirm the severity or whether there were any fatalities.
Several vehicles in the parking lot caught fire as a result of the crash. Staff at the Brethren Village Retirement Community were advised to remain indoors while emergency personnel worked to secure the area.
The FAA has launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. At this time, the circumstances leading to the aircraft’s rapid descent remain undetermined.
As a precaution, Route 501 in the vicinity has been closed to traffic. Authorities urge residents and commuters to avoid the area until further notice.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.