A small, twin-engine plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in Fairview, Oregon, on Saturday, authorities said.
The plane crashed near Troutdale Airport in Oregon around 10:30 a.m. local time hitting a power pole or tower, which caused a brush fire. The aircraft then crashed into a building of connected townhomes, igniting a fire in that structure, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office said at a press conference Saturday.
While the extent of injuries and fatalities is unknown, the area has been evacuated, and residents are receiving support from trauma intervention volunteers, according to the sheriff’s office.
Fairview is about 20 minutes outside of Portland, Orgeon.
A small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in Fairview, Oregon, on Aug. 31, 2024.
Jenni Weber
Debris from the crash is scattered across multiple areas, and the Sheriff’s Office is securing the scene to assist the FAA investigation.
In this screen grab from a video, a fire burns after a plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in Fairview, Oregon, on Aug. 31, 2024.
MIke Wooley
It is not clear how many people were on board the plane, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Photos show thick smoke and a burning home after the plane crashed.
A small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in Fairview, Oregon, on Aug. 31, 2024.
Laura Veach
The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. The NTSB will be in charge of the investigation and will provide any updates.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
On a quiet afternoon in Oregon, tragedy struck when a small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood, leaving devastation in its wake. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon, when the single-engine aircraft lost control and plummeted into a cluster of homes in a suburban area.
The crash resulted in a chaotic scene, with emergency responders rushing to the scene to assess the damage and provide aid to those affected. The impact of the crash caused significant damage to several homes, with debris scattered across the neighborhood.
Authorities have confirmed that there were multiple casualties as a result of the crash, including both individuals on board the plane and residents in the neighborhood. The exact number of casualties has not been released at this time, as officials are still working to identify and notify the families of those involved.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, with officials looking into potential mechanical issues or pilot error as possible factors. Eyewitnesses in the area reported hearing a loud noise before seeing the plane spiral out of control and crash into the neighborhood.
In the aftermath of the crash, local residents have come together to support one another and offer assistance to those affected by the tragedy. Community members have set up donation drives and fundraisers to help those who have lost their homes or loved ones in the crash.
As the investigation into the crash continues, authorities are urging residents to avoid the area and allow emergency responders to do their work. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has been called in to assist with the investigation and determine the cause of the crash.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with aviation and the importance of safety measures in place to prevent such incidents. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by this devastating crash, and we hope for a swift resolution to this heartbreaking situation.
