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Plane crashes at Kalispell City Airport in Montana
KALISPELL, Mont. — Emergency crews are responding to a confirmed plane crash at Kalispell City Airport, Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino told.
The incident prompted a multi-agency response, with units from the Kalispell Police Department, Flathead County Sheriff’s Office, and local fire departments arriving on scene to assist.
At this time, officials have not released details regarding the type of aircraft involved or the number of occupants.
Information on injuries remains unavailable as the situation continues to develop.
Authorities remain at the site conducting emergency operations and beginning the initial stages of the investigation into the cause of the crash.
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High-Angle Rescue in Progress After Teen Climbs 900-Foot KSDK TV Transmission Tower in Affton
AFFTON, MO — Emergency crews are conducting a high-angle rescue operation in Affton, Missouri, after a 17-year-old male reportedly climbed nearly 900 feet up a television transmission tower belonging to local station KSDK on Heege Road.
According to officials with the Lemay Fire Protection District, the call for assistance came in around 2:30 p.m. when witnesses reported seeing the teenager scaling the tower.
Responding units from both the Affton Fire Protection District and Lemay Fire Protection District quickly arrived on scene and established a command post at the base of the structure.
Fire officials confirmed that the individual, described as a 17-year-old male, was observed barefoot and positioned approximately 850 feet above the ground.
Authorities say they believe the teen may be under the influence of alcohol or another substance, though that has not been confirmed.
Specialized technical rescue teams are currently coordinating efforts to reach and safely bring the teen down from the tower.
The operation is described as extremely dangerous and complex, given the height and structural conditions.
Law enforcement personnel have secured the surrounding area, and roads near the tower have been closed as a precaution while emergency crews work.
This is a developing situation, and updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.