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At least three passengers injured after plane crash in Pomona
A small plane crash in Pomona left three passengers injured, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Incident Overview
At approximately 11:10 a.m., Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) units were dispatched to the scene of a single-engine aircraft emergency near 2700 Fairplex Drive.
Upon arrival, responders found a small plane that had crashed under undetermined circumstances.
The crash took place during the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) finals and racing was put on hold.
Injuries and Medical Response
Three passengers were aboard the aircraft at the time of the crash.
They sustained injuries ranging from moderate to severe.
Emergency medical teams treated the individuals at the scene before transporting them to nearby hospitals for further care.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the crash is under investigation by aviation authorities.
LACoFD and other local agencies are working to secure the crash site and gather evidence to determine what led to the incident.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the injured passengers or the specific details about the aircraft involved.
The public is advised to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Emergency crews are on the scene of a large, multi-structure fire near East 30th Street and Cole Street, where heavy smoke and flames have been reported in the area.
The fire department initially responded to reports of visible smoke, later confirming an active blaze involving multiple buildings, including a restaurant and the Motel 9 University/Downtown.
Multiple fire units have been dispatched to the scene, and crews are actively working to contain the flames and prevent further spread to nearby structures.
Early reports suggest that one of the affected locations may be an abandoned apartment complex, where the fire is believed to have originated.
Footage circulating on social media shows intense flames and thick smoke billowing across the area.
According to information from Samdesk, witnesses have also reported localized power outages and traffic disruptions near the scene due to emergency operations.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding potential injuries or the cause of the fire.
The fire department continues to investigate and monitor conditions as suppression efforts remain underway.