A helicopter transporting Honduran President Xiomara Castro executed an emergency landing Tuesday in Santa Cruz de Yojoa’s mountainous terrain amid heavy fog and stormy conditions. Authorities confirmed no one was harmed during the incident.
The sudden landing—described by officials as a precautionary measure—occurred while Castro was traveling through Cortés Department. Think Jurassic Park vibes, minus the dinosaurs! Local crews quickly secured the area, emphasizing that adverse weather alone caused the maneuver.
This marks the latest high-profile transport incident in Central America this year. With input from Xinhua, we’ll keep you updated as details emerge.
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Honduran president's helicopter makes emergency landing, no casualties
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