A tragic plane crash in California claimed the lives of two people and left 18 others injured after a small aircraft struck a commercial building in Fullerton, CA. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, just after 2:15 PST, as confirmed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The single-engine Van’s RV-10 crashed shortly after takeoff from Fullerton Airport, sparking a fire that was quickly extinguished by emergency crews. Ten of the injured individuals were transported to local hospitals, while the remaining eight were treated at the scene. Officials have yet to clarify whether the deceased were on board the aircraft or were among the workers inside the building at the time of impact.

Congressman Lou Correa stated that the plane crashed into Michael Nicholas Designs, a furniture manufacturing business. More than a dozen victims are believed to be factory workers. Witnesses reported a loud explosion and described flames consuming parts of the building. Security footage from nearby businesses captured the fiery aftermath of the plane crash in Fullerton, California.

Authorities evacuated around 100 people from the area and urged the public to avoid the crash site as investigations continue. Fullerton Police confirmed ongoing evacuation measures to ensure safety.

This marks the second plane crash in Fullerton, CA in recent months. On November 25, another small plane went down in the same area, crashing into a tree just one block away. Fortunately, no significant injuries were reported in that incident.

As investigations unfold, questions remain about the cause of the crash and the safety of aircraft operating near Fullerton Airport. The aviation community and local residents are left shaken by the back-to-back incidents, highlighting concerns over air traffic in the region.

Source: BBC