In a devastating incident, a passenger plane carrying 61 people crashed in a residential area of Vinhedo, a city in Brazil’s Sao Paulo state. The crash occurred earlier today, leaving a fiery wreck that has shocked the local community.
The aircraft went down unexpectedly, causing a massive explosion upon impact. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but initial reports suggest there are no survivors among the passengers and crew.
Local residents described hearing a loud noise followed by flames and smoke filling the sky. “It was like nothing I’ve ever heard before,” said Maria Silva, a resident of Vinhedo. “We ran outside and saw the plane engulfed in flames.”
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation by aviation authorities. The identities of the passengers and crew have not yet been released. Officials have cordoned off the area and have urged the public to stay clear of the site.
Vinhedo, located in the Campinas region, is left reeling from the tragedy. Support services are being set up to assist families of the victims, and the local community is coming together to offer assistance.
The disaster marks one of the deadliest aviation incidents in recent Brazilian history. Authorities are expected to hold a press conference later today to provide more information about the crash and the ongoing investigation.
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