Mayor Cherelle Parker confirmed on Saturday morning that all six aboard a medical plane were killed after it crashed in Northeast Philadelphia. One person in a nearby vehicle also died.
The investigation is ongoing, as local and federal officials comb through the harrowing scene near Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue.
The crash occurred Friday shortly after 6 p.m. Multiple videos online show the plane falling from the sky, followed by a massive explosion, with several fires erupting throughout the densely populated neighborhood.
“Tonight we saw the best of Philly. We saw neighbor helping neighbor. We saw Pennsylvanians looking out for one another,” Gov. Josh Shapiro said on Friday night, promising to provide Philadelphia with whatever Commonwealth resources are needed.
Parker warned residents to stay clear of the area, “We’re urging you to please stay away from the scene. If you see debris, call 911. Don’t touch anything. This is an active scene and still under investigation.”
The Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management reported a “major incident” and alerted residents that all roads in the area remain closed.
Weather conditions were rainy with very limited visibility at the time of the crash.
This is a developing story. Check Metro Philadelphia for updates.
