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Small Plane Crash in Brooklyn Park, Ignites House Fire
BROOKLYN PARK, MN – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that a small aircraft crashed in Brooklyn Park on Saturday afternoon, causing a fire at a residential home.
According to witnesses, the impact of the crash sparked flames that engulfed part of the house.
While the fire has since been extinguished, officials reported significant structural damage, including the roof being torn off.
Despite the devastation, the home remains standing.
Authorities have yet to confirm the number of passengers on board the aircraft or the severity of any injuries sustained in the crash.
Preliminary reports indicate that the plane had departed from Des Moines International Airport in Iowa and was en route to Anoka County–Blaine Airport in Minneapolis when it went down.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz addressed the incident, stating that his team is in communication with local officials and closely monitoring developments.
“My team is in touch with local officials on the scene in Brooklyn Park, and we are monitoring the situation closely,” Walz wrote on X. “Grateful to the first responders answering the call.”
Dramatic video footage from the scene captured flames consuming a portion of the house as emergency crews arrived to battle the blaze and assist potential victims.
Officials are expected to release further details as the investigation unfolds.
A tornado has been confirmed on the ground in Carmel, Indiana, a northern suburb of Indianapolis, causing immediate concern for residents in this densely populated area.
The tornado was spotted just south of Westfield, near Main Street and U.S. 31, moving through the region as emergency sirens blared.
The tornado’s presence in Carmel and surrounding areas has prompted urgent warnings from meteorologists and emergency officials.
Given its proximity to residential and commercial districts, residents are strongly urged to take immediate shelter.
The National Weather Service and local emergency agencies are closely monitoring the storm as it continues to track across central Indiana.
Emergency sirens have been activated throughout Carmel and nearby communities to alert residents of the impending danger.
Authorities are advising individuals to stay indoors, move to the lowest level of their homes, and avoid windows until the threat has passed.
Officials continue to assess the situation, and additional updates will be provided as meteorologists track the tornado’s movement and potential impacts on the area.
Residents should remain weather-aware and follow official warnings as the storm system progresses.