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Small plane crashes near Crossroads Elementary School in Mount Washington
MOUNT WASHINGTON, KY (Bullitt County) — Emergency crews responded to a confirmed aircraft crash in the area of 156 Erin Circle, near Crossroads Elementary School, in Mount Washington.
Authorities reported that the small plane went down in a wooded area and came to rest on the ground near the school property.
First responders quickly secured the scene and began assessing the situation.
One male patient was located at the site and was being evaluated for a head injury.
Medical personnel provided immediate treatment while additional units worked to ensure there were no further victims or hazards in the area.
Local and federal aviation authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the crash.
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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.