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Injuries reported after plane crashes near Cross Keys Airport in Williamstown
GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NJ — Emergency crews are currently on scene responding to a plane crash near Cross Keys Airport, located at 1531 Tuckahoe Road in Williamstown.
The crash, which occurred earlier this afternoon, has resulted in multiple casualties and involves the presence of hazardous materials at the site.
According to emergency dispatch reports, a total of 13 patients have been identified on scene.
Five individuals have been classified as critical (red tag), and three others as serious but stable (yellow tag).
One person remains heavily entrapped in the wreckage as rescue personnel continue triage operations.
Authorities report that approximately 50 gallons of jet fuel were released during the crash, posing additional safety and environmental concerns.
Fire and hazmat teams are on site to mitigate fuel-related hazards.
To assist with rapid medical transport, five medical helicopters have been deployed and are actively transporting the most severely injured patients to trauma centers.
This is an active emergency response situation.
Officials urge the public to avoid the area to allow first responders full access to the scene.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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.