Cessna crash in San Diego: Two dead, homes destroyed
A tragic crash involving a Cessna 550 plane occurred in San Diego, resulting in the deaths of two people. The incident also caused damage to homes in the Murphy Canyon neighborhood.
What you need to know
- The Cessna 550 plane crashed early Thursday morning near Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego, in the densely populated Murphy Canyon neighborhood.
- As a result of the crash, two people died, and several others were injured. Dozens of homes were damaged, and at least 100 people had to be evacuated.
- The plane departed from Colonel James Jabara Airport in Wichita, Kansas, and was headed to Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego.
What were the consequences of the crash?
The Federal Aviation Administration reported that the Cessna 550 plane crashed in the densely populated Murphy Canyon neighborhood. Consequently, dozens of homes were damaged, and at least 100 residents were evacuated. Initially, rescue services reported no ground injuries, but it was later revealed that five family members were hospitalized due to smoke inhalation.
What is known about the victims and the injured?
Local authorities have not yet confirmed the number of occupants on the plane. It remains unclear if both fatalities were on board, according to the local fire department. In addition to the fatalities, one person was treated at the hospital for injuries sustained while escaping through a window, and two others received on-site medical assistance.
What are the further actions of the services?
The plane crashed just before 4 AM local time, hitting at least one house with considerable fire damage and a collapsed roof. Ten other homes were damaged, and several cars were burned, reports the Associated Press. San Diego authorities have not disclosed specific details about the plane's route, although it was known to have been on a flight from the Midwest USA.
