Local News
Plane crashes in Fort Worth, Several vehicles on fire
FORT WORTH, TEXAS (TARRANT COUNTY) — Authorities are responding to a fatal plane crash that resulted in a large fire involving multiple vehicles in the 12700 block of North Saginaw Boulevard, just north of Hicks Airfield.
According to initial reports, Fort Worth, Haslet, and Saginaw Fire Departments were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of an aircraft down with several tractor-trailers on fire.
Upon arrival, crews found heavy black smoke and extensive fire conditions in the area behind Texas Performance Exhaust on North Saginaw Boulevard.
Emergency responders have established a large-scale operation to contain the blaze.
Multiple fire departments remain on scene, supported by an extensive water supply system to combat the flames. Several ambulances and EMS units are also staged nearby to provide immediate medical assistance if needed.
Authorities have confirmed that the crash resulted in at least one fatality. The aircraft reportedly struck vehicles upon impact, sparking a massive fire that spread quickly across the crash site. Fire crews are working diligently to extinguish remaining hotspots and secure the area.
Motorists and residents are urged to avoid the area due to heavy emergency response activity and significant traffic disruptions. Smoke from the fire is expected to remain visible for some time.
Further details, including the identity of the pilot and the cause of the crash, will be released pending investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Authorities have extended their condolences to the pilot’s family during this difficult time.
PROVINCETOWN, Mass. (Barnstable County) — Emergency crews responded to a reported aircraft crash at Provincetown Municipal Airport on Race Point Road earlier today.
Authorities confirmed that a privately owned aircraft crashed on airport property and subsequently caught fire.
Fire crews quickly extinguished the blaze, and the fire is now under control.
Preliminary information from units on scene indicates that one person was on board the aircraft at the time of the crash and is believed to be deceased.
Official confirmation of the fatality is pending notification of next of kin.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.
Airport operations and surrounding areas were secured as emergency personnel worked the scene.
Investigators are expected to examine the wreckage as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Further updates will be released as more information becomes available from authorities.