A small aircraft crashed near a shopping mall in the United States, igniting a massive fire that engulfed several homes. Authorities have confirmed multiple casualties, though the exact number of fatalities is yet to be determined.
According to initial reports, the plane went down in a residential area close to the mall, causing explosions and a rapidly spreading blaze. Emergency response teams, including firefighters and rescue personnel, were deployed immediately to control the fire and search for survivors.
Eyewitnesses described a terrifying scene as flames erupted and thick smoke filled the sky. Local authorities have urged residents to evacuate the affected area while investigations into the cause of the crash are underway.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have launched an inquiry into the incident. More details are expected to emerge as recovery operations continue.
