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A devastating medevac jet crash in northeast Philadelphia has left seven dead, including a pediatric patient, and injured 19 others on the ground. This marks the second major aviation disaster in the U.S. within 48 hours, shaking communities nationwide.
The aircraft, carrying six people onboard, crashed shortly after takeoff, triggering a fiery scene described by witnesses as \"like something out of a movie.\" First responders rushed to the site, but the intensity of the blaze complicated rescue efforts. Local officials confirmed the young patient was being transported for urgent care, adding a layer of heartbreak to the tragedy.
CGTN’s Karina Mitchell reported live from Philadelphia, highlighting the ongoing investigation into the cause. Authorities are examining whether mechanical failure or weather played a role, as the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board takes charge of the probe.
With two aviation incidents in two days, questions about air safety protocols are rising. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
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