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Delta Airlines plane Catches Fire at Orlando International Airport
An emergency incident unfolded at Orlando International Airport on Thursday when a Delta Airlines aircraft experienced an engine fire, prompting a swift evacuation.
According to airport officials, the fire occurred while the aircraft was still on the ground.
Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene and worked to contain the situation.
The aircraft, which had not yet departed, was evacuated as a precaution.
At this time, officials have not confirmed the extent of any injuries or the cause of the fire.
No specific details have been released regarding the flight number, destination, or number of passengers and crew on board.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Delta Airlines are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.
The airport continued normal operations, though the affected runway experienced temporary delays due to emergency response efforts.
Delta Airlines has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident.
Further updates are anticipated as more information becomes available.
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.
Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.
The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.
According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.