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2 Killed After Helicopter Crash Near Penn’s Peak Concert Venue in Carbon County
PENN FOREST TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Emergency responders are on the scene of a helicopter crash that occurred Thursday afternoon in a wooded area of Penn Forest Township, Carbon County.
The crash site is located near the Penn’s Peak concert hall on Maury Road.
Authorities reported that the incident took place at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Initial dispatches indicated that the aircraft went down in a heavily wooded section near the venue, prompting a large-scale response from local police, fire, and EMS units.
The Carbon County Coroner’s Office has confirmed multiple fatalities at the scene.
Early reports from emergency crews indicate that two individuals aboard the helicopter were killed in the crash.
At this time, officials have not released the names of the victims pending notification of next of kin.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have been notified and will be leading the investigation into the cause of the crash.
Both agencies are expected to arrive on site to begin collecting evidence and examining the wreckage.
The Carbon County Communications Center stated that emergency personnel remain in the area, securing the crash site and assisting investigators.
No additional injuries to people on the ground have been reported.
Further updates, including the identification of the victims and preliminary findings on the cause of the crash, are expected once federal investigators complete their initial review.
LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. (Dearborn County) — Fire crews are battling a third-alarm structure fire at the Civista Bank located at 19710 State Line Road, according to emergency dispatch information.
The incident was initially reported as a working fire, prompting a second-alarm response as conditions rapidly escalated.
Fire officials have confirmed that the office area on the second floor is heavily involved, with significant fire activity observed within that portion of the building.
Additional firefighting resources have been requested to assist with suppression efforts as crews work to contain the blaze and prevent further spread.
No information has been released at this time regarding injuries, evacuations, or the cause of the fire.
Authorities are expected to provide updates as the situation develops.