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Smoke spotted as plane crashes into building in Fullerton, California
The blaze, classified as a fourth-alarm fire, is currently being battled by multiple fire crews.
The Fullerton Police Department has confirmed a plane crash in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue, prompting significant emergency response efforts.
Smoke and flames were visible at the site, and the incident has resulted in a fourth-alarm fire, with firefighters working diligently to contain the blaze.
Authorities have established a media staging area at the southeast corner of Raymer Avenue and Gilbert Street.
Details regarding casualties remain unknown at this time, and officials are actively working to assess the situation.
Evacuations have been ordered for residents and businesses in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue as a precautionary measure.
The police have urged the public to avoid the area to ensure the safety of both civilians and emergency responders.
A Police Department Public Information Officer (PIO) is en route to provide additional updates. Investigators from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are expected to be involved in determining the cause of the crash.
Residents in the area are advised to stay clear of the site, follow instructions from emergency personnel, and monitor official updates for further information.
St. Louis, MO — A family is mourning the loss of 6-year-old Lailah Austin, who tragically drowned while attending a party at the Element St. Louis Midtown Hotel on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded to the hotel, located in the 3700 block of Forest Park Avenue, around 8:30 p.m. after receiving a report from hotel staff who discovered the child unresponsive in the indoor pool.
Emergency responders rushed Lailah to a nearby hospital, where she was listed in critical, unstable condition.
Despite medical efforts, Lailah succumbed to her injuries and passed away on Monday, January 20.
Her family is heartbroken, especially as they were preparing to celebrate her upcoming 7th birthday this Sunday.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has classified the incident as an “accidental injury” and has assigned its Child Abuse Unit to lead the investigation. Authorities have not released additional details at this time.
The tragic incident remains under investigation, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Lailah’s family, friends, and the community are rallying together to remember the young girl and support her loved ones during this difficult time.