Synopsis
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed the deaths of six Mexicans in a plane crash in northeastern Philadelphia. The incident involved a medical flight operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance. The president has expressed her condolences and promised support for the victims' families during this tragic time.Key Takeaways
- Six Mexicans confirmed dead in Philadelphia plane crash.
- Claudia Sheinbaum offers condolences to families.
- Medical flight involved pediatric patient and escorts.
- Crash occurred shortly after another deadly aviation incident.
- Emergency services responded to multiple home fires.
Mexico City, Feb 2 (NationPress) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed the tragic death of six Mexicans who were aboard a plane that crashed on Friday evening in northeastern Philadelphia, USA.
The president expressed her sorrow over the loss of her fellow countrymen and stated that the consular authorities are in constant contact with the victims' families.
"I have instructed the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs to provide all necessary support. My heartfelt condolences to the families and friends," she mentioned on the social media platform X.
The aircraft, operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance, was transporting four crew members, a pediatric patient who had recently completed treatment in Philadelphia, along with the patient's escort, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
This incident occurred merely two days following a horrific collision involving an American Airlines jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter over Washington, DC, resulting in 67 fatalities.
On the same day, another plane crash was reported in the nearby state of Pennsylvania, where a small aircraft also crashed in Philadelphia, igniting several homes.
Local news outlets indicated that this was a medical flight, carrying six individuals.
Numerous homes were ablaze in a neighborhood close to Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue.
According to eyewitness reports shared on social media, an orange flash was visible near Roosevelt Mall, an outdoor shopping area located along Route 1, which traverses the city before reaching Bucks County. The shopping center is surrounded by residences.
The news outlet cited emergency services dispatches indicating that the aircraft crashed near the 7200 block of Calvert Street, a residential area, shortly after 6 p.m. on Friday.
