Helicopter crash in Pompano Seaside claims 2 lives, injures 4 others

A devastating accident occurred in Pompano Seaside on Monday morning when a Broward Sheriff’s Workplace helicopter plummeted right into a constructing, ensuing within the loss of life of two people and injuring 4 others.

Particulars of the crash

Primarily based on the preliminary info shared by the Federal Aviation Administration, the helicopter had three occupants on the time of its catastrophic descent round 7:45 a.m. 

A video footage captured the plane emanating smoke earlier than shedding management and spiraling to the bottom.

Identification and aftermath 

The plane was confirmed as a BSO Hearth Rescue helicopter by native authorities. 

The Nationwide Transportation Security Board reported that the mishap claimed the life of 1 passenger aboard the helicopter and an unlucky bystander on the bottom.

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Survivors and medical consideration

Experiences are that as for the survivors, the remaining two passengers from the helicopter, together with two residents who have been on the bottom in the course of the incident, have been promptly transported to Broward Well being North. 

All 4 are reported to be in a “truthful” situation.

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