A tragic plane crash in Fullerton, California has left two people dead and 19 others injured. The crash occurred on Sunday afternoon when a small aircraft crashed into a residential neighborhood shortly after takeoff from the Fullerton Municipal Airport.
The plane, a twin-engine Beechcraft King Air, was carrying 21 people on board, including the pilot and a co-pilot. The aircraft was reportedly on its way to the Bay Area when it encountered engine trouble and attempted to return to the airport. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud bang before the plane spiraled out of control and crashed into a residential area, hitting several homes in the process.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to extinguish the resulting fires and tend to the injured passengers. Tragically, two individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, while 19 others were rushed to local hospitals with varying degrees of injuries. The pilot and co-pilot were among the injured passengers and are currently in critical condition.
The crash has left the local community in shock and mourning for the lives lost in this tragic accident. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with initial reports suggesting that engine failure may have been a contributing factor.
Fullerton Mayor, Jennifer Fitzgerald, expressed her condolences to the families of the victims and praised the quick response of emergency personnel in the aftermath of the crash. She also reassured residents that the city would be working with federal authorities to determine the cause of the crash and prevent similar incidents in the future.
As the investigation continues, our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected by this devastating plane crash. May the victims rest in peace, and may the injured passengers make a full and speedy recovery.