A medical transport jet crashed in Philadelphia on Friday night, resulting in multiple casualties. Mayor Cherelle Parker stated the exact number of fatalities was unknown, and it remained unclear if anyone survived. The crash occurred near the Roosevelt Mall shortly after 6 p.m., causing several homes and cars to catch fire. Governor Josh Shapiro offered state resources to assist in the response. Videos from the scene showed flames and smoke billowing into the air, with debris scattered across the ground. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said the exact number of people who were killed was not immediately known. It was also unclear if anyone was hurt.
"Please stay away from the scene," she added, noting that several homes and cars ignited due to the crash. "If you see debris, call 911. Don't touch anything. This is still an active scene under investigation." The mayor said the plane "went down" near the Roosevelt Mall shortly after 6 p.m., with the Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management describing it as a "major incident."Videos on social media from the scene show flames and smoke billowing into the air.
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