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Two United Airlines 777s collide on the ground at San Francisco International Airport
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A ground collision involving two United Airlines Boeing 777 aircraft occurred at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), prompting the cancellation of both flights and the deplaning of all passengers.
The incident took place during routine operations when one aircraft was undergoing pushback from the gate and made contact with a second 777 that was taxiing nearby.
The aircraft involved were designated as United Flight 877 and United Flight 863.
Following the collision, visible damage was reported on both aircraft.
As a safety precaution, both flights were immediately canceled. Passengers were safely deplaned, and no injuries have been reported at this time.
Airport operations were not significantly disrupted, though ground crews and airline personnel responded swiftly to secure the area and assess the extent of the damage.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and are expected to conduct a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
United Airlines has issued a statement apologizing for the inconvenience to passengers and confirming that safety remains its top priority.
Additional details will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.