A small plane has crashed into a San Diego neighbourhood, setting about 15 homes on fire as well as vehicles, authorities confirm.
A devastating event that could lead to property damage insurance claims, emergency disaster assistance, and complex aviation liability litigation.
The plane crashed early this morning (May 22) in San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood, forcing evacuations along several streets.
Local officials say the fire may have long-term effects on air quality monitoring, chronic respiratory health, and the financial toll of emergency hospital admissions.
“We have jet fuel all over the place,” assistant Fire Department chief Dan Eddy said during a news conference. “Our main goal is to search all these homes and get everybody out right now.”
He added that “there is a direct hit to multiple homes” in the area and described “a gigantic debris field” in a dense, packed neighbourhood.
