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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.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.