Fiery crash near Interstate 95 comes just hours after Hudson River helicopter tragedy that killed Siemens executive and his family.
Published: April 11, 2025 | A small aircraft crashed near Boca Raton Airport in South Florida on Friday evening, sparking panic and prompting a large-scale emergency response. The incident occurred close to Interstate 95 and nearby railroad tracks, prompting authorities to shut down surrounding roads and reroute traffic.
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The Boca Raton Police Department confirmed the crash and said multiple emergency agencies, including fire and rescue, are on the scene.
Visuals Show Plane Engulfed in Flames
Footage circulating on social media showed the wreckage engulfed in thick black smoke and flames, with firefighters seen dousing the fire and police teams cordoning off the area.
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As of now, the number of passengers aboard the aircraft and the extent of casualties or survivors has not been officially confirmed.
Public Reaction and Panic Online
The crash has triggered widespread concern among social media users, especially in light of several recent air-related tragedies across the country.
“Another plane crash, Boca Raton Florida. I don’t know if I ever want to fly again,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Another user posted: “Plane crash in Florida today. Yesterday, crash over Hudson River. Who’s next?”
Comes a Day After Hudson River Helicopter Tragedy
This Florida crash follows on the heels of the Hudson River helicopter tragedy, which occurred just a day earlier in New York City. The helicopter crash claimed the lives of all six passengers, including Siemens Spain CEO Agustin Escobar, his wife, and three children.
The Bell 206 chopper, operated by NY Helicopter Tours, reportedly lost a rotor blade before plunging upside down into the water near Lower Manhattan. The NYPD, FDNY, and Port Authority responded to the crash within minutes, but were unable to save the lives onboard.
US President Donald Trump responded to the NYC crash on Truth Social, calling it a “terrible tragedy” and confirmed that Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy was overseeing the investigation.
Aviation Safety Under Spotlight
With two major air tragedies in as many days and a string of recent crashes across the US, concerns about aviation safety are mounting among travelers. Many have taken to social media expressing doubts about flying.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are expected to launch investigations into both incidents.
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