Eleven people were injured on Thursday when a small plane crashed into a commercial building in Fullerton, California, according to police reports. The incident occurred near the Fullerton municipal airport and resulted in a subsequent blaze which prompted the evacuation of nearby businesses. Authorities have not confirmed the type of plane involved or whether the injured individuals were on the aircraft or on the ground at the time of the crash.
The pilot reportedly radioed the Federal Aviation Administration tower at the airfield shortly after takeoff, indicating the need for an emergency landing. Fullerton, a city with a population of 140,000 located 25 miles south-east of Los Angeles, was the site of the crash. Police and fire officials were on the scene to respond to the incident, however, the cause of the crash remains under investigation. The collision serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with air travel and the importance of aviation safety measures.
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