A Jeju Air passenger plane erupted into a fireball shortly after landing at an airport in southwestern South Korea on Sunday, in a horrifying incident that left most of the 181 people onboard feared dead. 🔥 Fire authorities confirmed two survivors were rescued from the wreckage, as emergency crews battled intense flames and smoke.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene as the aircraft skidded off the runway during landing, with video footage showing thick black smoke billowing from the site. 🚒 First responders rushed to evacuate passengers while containing the blaze, though the intensity of the fire hampered rescue efforts.
Jeju Air, a low-cost carrier popular for domestic and regional flights, has not yet released an official statement. South Korean authorities have launched an urgent investigation into the crash, with aviation experts speculating about potential mechanical failures or weather-related causes. 🌧️✈️
This marks one of South Korea's deadliest aviation disasters in recent decades. Global aviation regulators are closely monitoring developments, while families of passengers await further updates. 💔 Our thoughts are with all affected by this tragedy.
