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At least 3 dead, several injured from Tylertown tornado
Tylertown, MS – A powerful tornado tore through Tylertown, Mississippi, on Saturday evening, resulting in the tragic deaths of three individuals and leaving a path of extensive destruction.
According to Tylertown Police Chief Jordan Hill, the tornado, which is believed to be the same storm that previously impacted Kentwood, Louisiana, caused severe structural damage throughout the area.
In Kentwood, officials reported damage to at least 30 homes before the storm moved into Mississippi.
Authorities have confirmed that the deceased include two adults and one minor, all of whom were in two separate mobile homes on Bethlehem Loop near the Darbun community when the tornado struck.
Additionally, multiple individuals sustained injuries, though the extent of those injuries has not yet been disclosed.
Emergency crews are actively engaged in rescue and recovery operations as they work to locate survivors and assess the full extent of the damage.
“Our top priority at this time is ensuring that anyone who may still be trapped or in need of medical assistance receives immediate help,” Chief Hill stated.
Authorities are urging residents to avoid the affected areas to allow emergency personnel to carry out their operations efficiently.
Power outages and downed communication lines have further complicated recovery efforts.
Local, state, and federal agencies are coordinating relief efforts, and emergency shelters have been established for displaced residents.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Copake, N.Y. — The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is leading an investigation into a fatal plane crash that occurred Saturday afternoon in the town of Copake.
According to officials, the crash took place shortly before noon near Two Town Road, where a small aircraft went down in the middle of an open field.
During a press briefing, Undersheriff Jacqueline Salvatore confirmed that emergency crews responded to the remote crash site, but muddy terrain has complicated access for first responders.
The aircraft is believed to be a Mitsubishi MU-2B-40, with tail number N635TA, registered to Dynamic Spine Solutions LLC.
Authorities confirmed that two individuals were on board at the time of the crash.
However, details regarding the number of fatalities, identities of the occupants, or the flight’s point of origin have not been released pending notification of next of kin and further investigation.
The plane was reportedly en route to the Columbia County Airport when it went down. Officials said that no buildings were damaged and no other aircraft were involved in the incident.
Multiple agencies are assisting in the investigation, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), New York State Police, and the Columbia County Coroner’s Office. Authorities stated that the investigation is in its early stages and could take several days to complete.
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or captured video footage of the incident to come forward.
Individuals can contact investigators at (518) 828-3344.
More information will be released as it becomes available.