In a miraculous turn of events, at least 29 passengers survived a devastating plane crash involving an aircraft en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia. The Emergency Situations Ministry, citing preliminary information, confirmed the survival figures.
Crash Details
The flight, carrying 64 passengers and five crew members, was rerouted due to heavy fog in Grozny, according to reports from Russian news agencies. The plane tragically caught fire upon impact, leading to a swift response from emergency teams.
Rescue Efforts
Emergency responders extinguished the flames and launched a rescue operation. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that six survivors were located initially. A total of 52 personnel and 11 units of equipment have been dispatched to the crash site to assist with rescue and relief efforts.
Upon arrival, the aircraft was still ablaze, posing significant challenges for rescuers. Authorities have confirmed that rescue operations are ongoing to locate additional survivors and secure the area.
Investigation Underway
Officials are working diligently to uncover the cause of the crash. Further updates on the number of victims and potential survivors are expected as investigations progress.
This tragic incident highlights the bravery of emergency responders and the resilience of the survivors amid catastrophic circumstances.
