A small private plane has crashed near Pacific Grove, California, sparking a desperate search for missing passengers amid rugged coastal terrain.
Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of an aircraft going down in the area, with rescue teams facing difficult conditions as they scoured the crash site.
Search Underway for Missing Individuals
Authorities confirmed the aircraft was carrying multiple passengers, though the exact number remains unclear. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with teams battling challenging geography and weather conditions.
"We're doing everything possible to locate any survivors," a local official stated, adding that the crash site was in a particularly inaccessible location.
Aviation Safety Under Scrutiny
The incident raises fresh questions about private aviation safety along California's picturesque but often treacherous coastline. Investigators are expected to examine whether mechanical failure or pilot error contributed to the tragedy.
Local residents reported hearing unusual engine noises before the crash, though these accounts remain unverified by officials.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has been notified and will lead the investigation into the causes of the accident.
