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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.
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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.