Helicopter crashes into radio tower in US: there are reports of fatalities

21.10.2024 11:52

An emergency involving a helicopter occurred in the American state of Texas.

The aircraft crashed into a radio tower.

This was reported by MIA "Russia Today" with reference to the local fire service.

Later, information about victims of the incident appeared.

Several people were killed as a result of a helicopter collision with a radio tower in Houston on Sunday evening, MIA " Russia Today " quotes a translated quote from a report by one of the American television channels.

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And journalists from the United States referred to local law enforcement agencies.

It is also reported that another consequence of the incident was the start of a serious fire.

According to US law enforcement officials, there were four people on board the helicopter, including one minor.

It is emphasized that there were no casualties among those who were on the ground.

The US National Transportation Safety Board is expected to investigate the incident.

In addition, representatives from the United States Federal Aviation Administration will be involved in the case.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief