A plane crash occurred on Monday (July 17) at an airfield near Warsaw, resulting in the death of five people, according to officials.
Health Minister Adam Niedzielski confirmed the fatalities and tweeted that at least seven individuals were injured in the incident, as reported by AFP.
The crash took place in the village of Chrcynno, approximately 47 kilometres (29 miles) from Warsaw. Authorities swiftly dispatched four helicopters and 10 ambulances to the scene to provide assistance. The local fire department shared a photo on Facebook, revealing the protruding tail of the plane from a hangar.
Details of the crash
The tragedy unfolded at the airfield in Chrcynno, as confirmed by the local fire department. Police were alerted to the accident at 1740 GMT.
Reports indicate that the crashed aircraft was a Cessna 208. Inside the hangar, there were individuals seeking shelter from adverse weather conditions at the time of the incident, according to statements from fire brigade spokeswoman Monika Nowakowska-Brynda.
Weather conditions are considered a possible factor contributing to the crash.
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Response and investigation
Emergency services, including helicopters and ambulances, swiftly responded to the scene to provide assistance to the injured and manage the aftermath of the crash.
Authorities are likely to initiate an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause of the tragedy.
The weather conditions prevailing during the time of the accident will be thoroughly examined to ascertain their role in the crash.
(With inputs from agencies)
