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Plane crash reported at Toronto Pearson Airport
Authorities are responding to a plane crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport, where a Delta Airlines aircraft overturned upon landing, according to Peel Regional Police.
Emergency response teams, including paramedics and law enforcement, are currently on the scene assessing the situation.
The aircraft involved has been identified as Delta Airlines Flight 4819, a CRJ-900 operated by Endeavor Air, traveling from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
The plane reportedly crashed upon landing and came to rest upside down.
Paramedics have confirmed that at least eight people sustained injuries, with one individual in critical condition, though their injuries are non-life-threatening.
The remaining injured passengers have moderate to mild injuries.
All 80 passengers and crew members on board have been accounted for, according to Canadian Transport and Internal Trade Minister Anita Anand.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Toronto Pearson International Airport acknowledged the incident, confirming that emergency teams are responding.
All arrivals and departures at Toronto Pearson International Airport have been temporarily suspended, according to airport staff.
The FAA has issued a ground stop for flights bound for Pearson following the crash.
Peel Regional Police have established a staging area for paramedics off the runway as emergency crews continue to assist passengers.
Authorities, including aviation safety regulators, are launching an investigation into the cause of the crash.
Minister Anita Anand stated she is closely monitoring the situation, with further updates expected as the investigation unfolds.
The airport has temporarily suspended all arrivals and departures, leading to multiple flight delays, as seen on Pearson’s official website.
Peel Regional Police have established a staging area for paramedics off the runway, and an investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway.
Passengers and travelers in the area are urged to follow official guidance and remain clear of emergency response zones.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR — A powerful car bomb detonated near Mall del Sol in Guayaquil resulting in multiple fatalities and numerous injuries, according to local authorities.
The blast, which sent shockwaves across the bustling commercial district, is being investigated as a possible terror or organized crime-related attack amid Ecuador’s ongoing struggle with rising gang violence.
The explosion occurred near one of the main entrances of Mall del Sol, one of Guayaquil’s largest and busiest shopping centers, located in the north of the city.
Witnesses described a scene of chaos and destruction as a vehicle parked along the roadside suddenly erupted into flames, sending a massive fireball and thick black smoke into the air.
Surveillance footage and videos shared on social media captured the moment of the detonation, showing debris flying across the street as nearby cars were engulfed by the blast.
Several storefronts and vehicles in the vicinity were heavily damaged, and windows shattered across multiple nearby buildings.
Initial reports from emergency responders indicate that several people were killed, and multiple others sustained serious injuries.
The exact number of casualties has not yet been officially confirmed as rescue operations continue.
Firefighters, police, and medical teams quickly arrived at the scene, cordoning off the area and extinguishing the burning vehicles. Paramedics transported the injured to nearby hospitals, while authorities evacuated the surrounding area to ensure public safety.
Officials from Ecuador’s National Police and Armed Forces have launched an immediate investigation into the attack. Early indications suggest that explosives were deliberately placed inside a parked vehicle, though authorities have not yet disclosed details about the type of device used or any possible suspects.
The Attorney General’s Office and anti-terrorism units are leading the forensic examination of the blast site. Authorities have increased security across Guayaquil and other major Ecuadorian cities, fearing possible coordinated attacks.
Ecuador’s Minister of the Interior condemned the attack, calling it a “cowardly act of violence intended to spread fear among citizens.” The government pledged to bring those responsible to justice and reaffirmed its commitment to restoring security amid escalating gang-related violence in the region.
Residents are urged to avoid the Mall del Sol area as the investigation remains active.
Further updates are expected as officials release more information on the number of victims and the circumstances leading up to the explosion.