A humanitarian flight carrying vital hurricane relief to Jamaica ended in tragedy on Monday morning when the small plane crashed into a pond in a residential area of Coral Springs, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale.
Rescue Efforts Turn to Recovery
Coral Springs Fire Rescue confirmed the devastating incident, which occurred in the backyard of a local home. Authorities have stated that no survivors were located during initial rescue efforts. The operation has now transitioned from rescue to recovery, led by the local police.
Community's Aid Mission Cut Short
The aircraft originated from Broward County, which is also the location of the crash. This region is renowned for its vibrant Caribbean American community, which had been actively gathering crucial relief supplies in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica with devastating force late last month. The plane was on its mission to deliver this aid when the crash occurred.
Ongoing Investigation and Updates
This remains a developing news story. We are committed to bringing you the latest information, including pictures and video, as it becomes available. Please check back regularly for further updates on this heartbreaking event.
