Sao Paulo: A tragic plane crash occurred in Sao Paulo, Brazil, involving a passenger aircraft with 62 people onboard. The plane, operated by Brazil’s regional airline Voepass, was carrying 58 passengers and four crew members when it went down in a residential area of the city. The extent of casualties is still unknown as rescue operations continue.
Local media reports indicate that a video of the crash has surfaced, showing the harrowing moment when the plane descended rapidly from the sky and collided with the ground, resulting in a massive explosion. The video, which has been widely circulated on social media, depicts the plane engulfed in flames and completely destroyed upon impact.
According to a CNN report, the aircraft involved was a Voepass flight 2283-PS-VPB. The plane had departed from Casquewell and was en route to Sao Paulo when it lost contact with air traffic control shortly before 1:30 p.m. local time, as reported by Flight Radar24. The cause of the crash and the condition of the aircraft prior to the accident remain unclear.
In response to the tragic incident, Brazilian President Lula da Silva observed a minute of silence during an event, expressing his condolences for those affected by the disaster. Authorities are currently investigating the crash site, and more information is expected as the situation develops.
The crash has sent shockwaves through the nation, with many anxiously awaiting updates on the fate of those onboard. Emergency services are on the scene, working tirelessly to manage the aftermath of this devastating event.
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