Local authorities reported the crash of a small plane on land in the community of Villa Mendoza, belonging to the municipality of Purépero, Michoacán.
Firefighters and paramedics rushed to the scene to put out the fire. fire caused by the impact and provide care to injured people.
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According to the Michoacán Government Secretariat, the aircraft crashed into a crop area near the town, which generated a fire that was controlled after several hours of work.
Five occupants were injured and were taken to different hospitals in the region to receive medical attention. Until now, No fatalities have been reported, and authorities remain confidential about the identity and health status of the passengers.
The pilot attempted to make an emergency landing in Uruapan, although the aircraft ended up crashing. SPECIAL
Where was he going?
The plane had taken off from Guadalajara bound for Puebla, but had an engine failure during the journey. The pilot attempted to make an emergency landing in Uruapan, although the aircraft ended up crashing in Purépero before reaching its objective.
Residents of Villa Mendoza were the first to arrive at the scene of the accident to help the crew members—among them a woman—and alert the rescue forces.
State and municipal authorities cordoned off the accident area to begin the corresponding investigations and determine the exact causes of the collapse. Meanwhile, Emergency teams continue to evaluate the area and remove the remains of the crashed plane.
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