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Small Aircraft Crashes into Ditch at Henderson Executive Airport, No Injuries Reported
HENDERSON, NV – Emergency crews responded to an aircraft incident at Henderson Executive Airport after a small aircraft crashed into a ditch, resulting in a significant fuel leak.
According to officials, the aircraft went down near the airport premises, but all three occupants onboard were able to escape safely without sustaining any injuries.
First responders arrived at the scene and worked to contain the fuel spill to prevent any environmental or fire hazards.
Authorities have not yet released details on what led to the crash.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and will be conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.
Airport operations were briefly affected as emergency personnel managed the situation.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.