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A private jet crashed during an emergency landing in Mexico, killing at least seven people. The plane was trying to land near Toluca after taking off from Acapulco, but hit the roof of a factory and caught fire. After the accident, 130 people nearby were evacuated safely.
A small private plane crashed in the central part of Mexico on Monday. At least seven people died in the accident. This accident happened when the plane was trying to make an emergency landing. According to local authorities, the accident occurred in the San Mateo Atenco area, which is located about 5 kilometers from Toluca Airport and about 50 kilometers west of the capital Mexico City. According to the Associated Press (AP), this plane was flying from Acapulco, located on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Mexico State Civil Protection Coordinator Adrian Hernandez said that there were eight passengers and two crew members on board. He said, ‘So far seven bodies have been recovered, while search and rescue operations are going on.’
What is the cause of plane crash?
Initial investigation has revealed that the pilot was trying to land the plane on a football field, but the plane collided with the metal roof of a nearby industrial building. A massive fire broke out immediately after the collision, making the situation more serious.
What happened after the plane crash?
San Mateo Atenco Mayor Ana Muniz told local media that due to the fire, about 130 people in the surrounding areas were evacuated to safe places as a precaution. Fire department, ambulance and relief teams reached the spot and brought the situation under control. Officials have said that it is being investigated why the plane needed an emergency landing and whether the accident happened due to technical fault, weather or human error. Only after the investigation is completed will the identity of the deceased and the real cause of the accident become clear.
