Gramado (Rio Grande do Sul) [Brazil], December 23: A small plane crash in the Brazilian city of Gramado on Sunday has resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 10 people, with 17 others injured, according to reports from CNN and official authorities.
The aircraft crashed shortly after taking off from a local airport, colliding first with a building chimney, then crashing into a residential home, and finally striking a furniture store. Debris also impacted a nearby inn, causing significant damage.
Video footage from the site showed thick smoke and flames engulfing the wreckage, with debris scattered across the area. The overcast sky and foggy conditions added to the challenging rescue efforts.
Rio Grande do Sul Governor Eduardo Leite expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and indicated that initial reports suggest no survivors on board the aircraft.
Officials are still working to determine whether all casualties were passengers on the plane or included individuals on the ground.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash, with experts examining whether weather conditions, mechanical failure, or pilot error played a role in the accident.
The tragedy has deeply affected Gramado, a popular resort town in southern Brazil, known for its Christmas festivities and tourist attractions during the holiday season.
As rescue operations continue and investigations progress, the community mourns the loss of lives and grapples with the aftermath of this devastating incident.
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